Kuvaelmia itä-suomalaisten vanhoista tavoista 1: Joulun vietto by Johannes Häyhä
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"Kuvaelmia itä-suomalaisten vanhoista tavoista 1: Joulun vietto" by Johannes Häyhä is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores traditional Finnish customs surrounding the celebration of Christmas and provides insights into the lifestyle and practices of Eastern Finnish village life during this festive season. The opening of this work provides a comprehensive background on the author's life and his motivations for documenting cultural practices. It recounts Häyhä's early
experiences, portraying his childhood as a curious child raised in a small village. He shares the dynamics of his family and community, including his desire to learn and his journey toward becoming a teacher, which ultimately leads him to document the festive traditions of his homeland. The text sets the stage for a deeper exploration of customs associated with preparing for Christmas, highlighting communal activities, food preparations, and various crafts involved in the celebration of this important holiday. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Häyhä, Johannes, 1839-1913 |
|---|---|
| Title | Kuvaelmia itä-suomalaisten vanhoista tavoista 1: Joulun vietto |
| Credits | Produced by Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 41.7 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | GR: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore |
| Subject | Seasons -- Russia (Federation) -- Karelia -- Folklore |
| Subject | Finns -- Russia (Federation) -- Karelia -- Folklore |
| Subject | Karelia (Russia) -- Social life and customs |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 56091 |
| Release Date | Nov 30, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 247 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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