Harmaja linna: Romaani by Juho Koskimaa
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Author | Koskimaa, Juho, 1891-1926 |
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Title | Harmaja linna: Romaani |
Note | Reading ease score: 44.2 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
Credits | Produced by Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen |
Summary | "Harmaja linna: Romaani" by Juho Koskimaa is a fictional novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds in a rural setting where the lives of the inhabitants of two neighboring estates, Peuraniemi and Hannuksela, intertwine—particularly focusing on the relationship between Erik Wegener, the son of the prosperous Peuraniemi estate, and Esteri, the daughter of the more isolated Hannuksela estate. The unfolding story grapples with themes of class distinctions, romantic tension, and the societal expectations of youth. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Erik and Esteri during a quiet evening walk under the moonlight, highlighting their youthful innocence and unspoken feelings for each other. As they navigate their surroundings, Erik grapples with shyness and the weight of expectations, while Esteri maintains a composed demeanor, hinting at her own complexities. Their families are well-off but hold contrasting standings in the community, creating undercurrents of tension regarding their potential union. The opening sets the stage for a deeper exploration of their characters, the nature of their emerging feelings, and the societal pressures they face, indicating that their journey will not only be a coming-of-age experience but one that challenges established social norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | Finnish |
LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
Subject | Finnish fiction -- 20th century |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 50947 |
Release Date | Jan 17, 2016 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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