Ruijan rannoilta: Kertomus Norjan Lapista by Matti Aikio

"Ruijan rannoilta: Kertomus Norjan Lapista" by Matti Aikio is a novel written in the early 20th century. This work presents a vivid portrayal of life in the Norwegian Lapland, capturing the struggles and relationships of its inhabitants. Aikio's writing style is characterized by its realism and rich visual imagery, making the scenes feel both authentic and engaging. The opening of the novel introduces us to a tense courtroom scene where Biettar Oula, a well-known reindeer thief, and his wife, Elle, stand accused while their servant, Lasse, cowers in a holding cell. The atmosphere is charged with drama as the characters navigate the complexities of their fates intertwined with local traditions and the law. As we first meet these figures, we glimpse life steeped in cultural nuances, familial ties, and looming consequences, setting the stage for a narrative that delves into the heart of Lapland's society. The vivid descriptions and emotional tensions hint at the broader themes of survival, identity, and interpersonal dynamics that are likely to unfold throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Aikio, Matti, 1872-1929
Translator Schantz, Aksel von
Uniform Title I dyreskind. Finnish
Title Ruijan rannoilta: Kertomus Norjan Lapista
Credits E-text prepared by Tapio Riikonen
Reading Level Reading ease score: 43.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Language Finnish
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Love stories
Subject Sami (European people) -- Fiction
Subject Reindeer herders -- Fiction
Subject Norway -- History -- Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 52277
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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