Erämiehet: Historiallinen kertomus Pirkkalanpohjasta by Väinö Voionmaa

"Erämiehet: Historiallinen kertomus Pirkkalanpohjasta" by Väinö Voionmaa is a historical narrative likely written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the life and challenges of settler life in the Finnish wilderness, focusing on the character Heikka and his companions as they navigate the trials of establishing a homestead in the remote areas of Pirkkalanpohja. The book explores themes of adventure, community, and the allure of the untamed wilderness. The opening of the narrative immerses readers in the lively atmosphere of a spring celebration in the village of Pyhällö, where the community comes together to honor the season's bounty with music, dance, and traditional customs. As the festivities unfold, conversations reveal a growing desire among the village's young men, particularly Heikka, to venture into the wilderness in search of new opportunities. This longing is sparked by tales of adventure and the promise of land for cultivation, setting the stage for the journey ahead as Heikka prepares to leave his familiar surroundings for the challenges of frontier life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Voionmaa, Väinö, 1869-1947
Title Erämiehet: Historiallinen kertomus Pirkkalanpohjasta
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Reading Level Reading ease score: 42.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Language Finnish
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Subject Finnish fiction -- 20th century
Category Text
eBook-No. 49768
Release Date
Last Update Oct 24, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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