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"Ollin oppivuodet" by Anni Swan is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows a young boy named Olli who, feeling mistreated by his family, decides to run away from home. Through a series of events, Olli finds himself in unfortunate situations, highlighting themes of childhood resilience and the quest for belonging. At the start of the tale, we meet Olli as he makes the impulsive decision to escape his home in Koivumäki, expressing his anger towards his family. His escape is futile, as he encounters his cousin Kaarle, who manipulates the situation, leading Olli to a dilapidated estate called Harmaala. From there, Olli faces the harsh realities of his new living conditions with the unkind Simolin family. The opening establishes Olli's internal conflict—his desire for freedom weighed against the bitter loneliness and danger of his new surroundings, setting the stage for his journey of growth and self-discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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