| Author |
Päivärinta, Pietari, 1827-1913 |
| Title |
Pikku kuvia elämästä
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 50.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Alkulause -- Sammunut ihmisyys -- Amma -- Väärällä paikalla -- Väärällä jäljellä -- Pötikkä -- Säälimätön -- Kova isä -- Kurjuutta -- Sairas -- Hento sielu -- Kultaseppä -- Surua -- Rakastuneet -- Tehtailijoita -- Veljekset.
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| Credits |
Produced by Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Pikku kuvia elämästä" by Pietari Päivärinta is a collection of literary sketches written in the early 20th century. The work reflects on various aspects of life, portraying characters and their struggles in a vivid, story-like manner that captures the essence of human experiences. The opening portion introduces readers to a panorama of life experiences, rich with themes of joy, sorrow, love, and the battles individuals face. The beginning of the book presents a narrative that sets the stage for reflections on human existence. It introduces a young narrator who recalls his experiences attending a rural market, where he witnesses the life of a striking young man navigating through crowds. This moment instills admiration and curiosity in the narrator, leading into a series of character sketches that portray the complexities of relationships, work ethics, and societal expectations. The narrative then shifts to follow different characters in their personal battles—focusing on themes of family dynamics, personal ambition, and the consequences of one's choices, foreshadowing a deeper exploration of the struggles and joys of life throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
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| Subject |
Finnish fiction
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| Subject |
Short stories, Finnish
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
45073 |
| Release Date |
Mar 8, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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