Svante Niilonpoika Sture ja hänen aikalaisensa I: Kuolon enkeli by Stjernström

"Svante Niilonpoika Sture ja hänen aikalaisensa I: Kuolon enkeli" by Louise Stjernström is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book is set in the early 1500s and revolves around characters embroiled in the political tensions of the time, particularly focusing on Erik Turenpoika and his relationships with others amidst the backdrop of impending conflict. The narrative likely explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the struggles of noble families during a time of war and political maneuvering. The opening of the novel introduces a dark and stormy January evening in 1503 at Viipuri Castle, where Erik Turenpoika, a central figure, experiences a night filled with tension and unexpected occurrences. As a servant navigates the treacherous paths of the castle, tension arises from discussions of possible infiltration and the brewing discontent surrounding them. The scene shifts between various characters, revealing Erik’s troubled leadership, Gunilla's concerns about her family, and the looming threat of betrayal as they prepare for the challenges ahead. This captivating beginning sets the stage for a deeply woven tale of intrigue, as personal relationships become intertwined with political allegiances. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Stjernström, Louise, 1812-1907
Translator Soini, Lauri, 1875-1919
Title Svante Niilonpoika Sture ja hänen aikalaisensa I: Kuolon enkeli
Credits E-text prepared by Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
Reading Level Reading ease score: 43.3 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Language Finnish
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Historical fiction
Subject Swedish fiction -- Translations into Finnish
Subject Nilsson, Svante, 1460-1512 -- Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 55293
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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