Vanha pappila by Ilmari Kianto

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Author Kianto, Ilmari, 1874-1970
Title Vanha pappila
Note Reading ease score: 32.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Vanha Pappila" by Ilmari Kianto is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book is set in a Finnish parsonage, exploring the lives of its inhabitants and their interactions with the surrounding community amid the changing seasons and traditions. Through its vivid descriptions and character interactions, the novel emphasizes nostalgia and the deep connections between the characters and their environment. The opening of "Vanha Pappila" introduces us to the rustic yet charming setting of the old parsonage, detailing its structural features and inviting ambiance. It paints a cozy picture of the various rooms within the parsonage, including the rovastin kanslia (the rector's office) and living quarters filled with memories and artifacts. We meet the main character, Rovasti (the rector), as he prepares for a new day, and his interactions with Matti Helttunen, a local man, provide a glimpse into the relationships and communal ties that bind the rural residents. The early scenes set the tone for a tale rich in community life, highlighting both the domestic and the broader social dynamics at play in this picturesque Finnish locale. (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
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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