| Author |
Onerva, L., 1882-1972 |
| Title |
Murtoviivoja: Novelleja
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 53.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Onni -- Marketta Salminen -- Meiri -- Kuvittelija -- Itsenäinen nainen -- Äänet -- Luonnonlaki -- Elämä kuoleman jälkeen -- Manja Pavlovna -- Kati -- Viha -- Lankeemus.
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| Credits |
Produced by Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Murtoviivoja: Novelleja" by L. Onerva is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The narratives delve into the complexities of human emotions and relationships, exploring themes such as love, loneliness, and the struggle for personal identity in a changing world. The characters often navigate their internal conflicts against societal expectations, revealing a nuanced understanding of their desires and fears. The opening of "Murtoviivoja" introduces Heikki Vaulo, who grapples with feelings of discontent and existential ennui on a seemingly serene evening while waiting for his wife, Elisa. Despite the idyllic setting of a southern summer evening that enchants him, Heikki feels a profound sense of loneliness and confusion, questioning the nature of his happiness now that he has achieved a long-desired stability. His conversation with Elisa reveals underlying tensions in their relationship, hinting at deeper unresolved issues that complicate their love. This opening effectively sets the stage for the exploration of emotional depth and relational dynamics that permeate the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
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| Subject |
Short stories, Finnish
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| Subject |
Finnish fiction -- 20th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
55615 |
| Release Date |
Sep 24, 2017 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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