Karkuri by Friedrich Gerstäcker

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Author Gerstäcker, Friedrich, 1816-1872
Uniform Title Der Schiffszimmermann. Finnish
Title Karkuri
Note Reading ease score: 48.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Karkuri" by Friedrich Gerstäcker is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set on the Pacific island of Tubuai, capturing the lively and idyllic atmosphere of the island life and its inhabitants. It revolves around Tom Burton, a Scottish carpenter who has escaped from a whaling ship to live amongst the local islanders, finding happiness and contentment in this simple existence with his wife Intaha and their children. The opening of the novel introduces the vibrant setting of Tubuai, depicting children playing on the beach and adults engaged in daily activities under a serene sky. Tom, reflective of his past, considers the possibility of returning to his former life at sea but ultimately feels a strong allegiance to his new family and community. As a whaling ship approaches the island, excitement stirs among the natives preparing for trade. However, tension builds as Tom realizes he may end up in conflict with the ship's crew, spurred by his past as a runaway seaman. The mood shifts as the narrative hints at the challenges and dangers he might face, especially concerning his wife and children's safety amidst the potential for betrayal. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Oceania -- Fiction
Subject German fiction -- Translations into Finnish
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EBook-No. 61761
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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