Maanantai-tarinoita: Valikoima by Alphonse Daudet

"Maanantai-tarinoita: Valikoima" by Alphonse Daudet is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. This work encapsulates the author's reflections on life during the tumultuous period of the Franco-Prussian War, presenting various characters who navigate the complexities and emotional turmoil of their experiences. The collection is notable for its rich portrayal of human emotion and the socio-political landscape of France during the time, with narratives that blend realism with poetic insights. The opening of the collection introduces the reader to the significant themes of loss, nostalgia, and the impact of war on ordinary lives. In the first story, "Viimeinen opetustunti," we follow a young student, Frans, who arrives late to his final French lesson as the school transitions to German instruction following the war. The atmosphere is heavy with a mix of regret and pride, as the teacher, M. Hamel, imparts his last lesson with a poignant sense of duty and sadness. The narrative paints a vivid picture of a world in transition, as the community reflects on its lost identity and the impending changes. This emotional weight sets the tone for the stories to follow, inviting readers into a world filled with heartfelt anecdotes and the intricate tapestry of human experience during a moment of historical significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Daudet, Alphonse, 1840-1897
Translator Kallio, O. A. (Oskar Albin), 1874-1940
Title Maanantai-tarinoita: Valikoima
Note Translations of selected stories from "Contes de lundi."
Contents Alkusanat -- Viimeinen opetustunti -- Berlinin piiritys -- Kelvoton zuavi -- Peli biljardia -- Pikku kavaltaja -- Lipunkantaja -- Kommunin turkosotilas -- Sunnuntaipiirakat -- Taistelu Père-Lachaisella -- Tarasconin puolustus -- Äidit -- Maalaiset Pariisissa -- Ranskan keijukaiset -- Ritarimerkki -- Kuvastin.
Credits Produced by Timo Ervasti and Tapio Riikonen
Reading Level Reading ease score: 32.7 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Language Finnish
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject France -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Subject Short stories, French
Subject French fiction -- 19th century
Category Text
eBook-No. 58258
Release Date
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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