Kåtornas folk by Ester Blenda Nordström
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"Kåtornas folk" by Ester Blenda Nordström is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores the harsh lived experiences of a group of Sámi people as they navigate across a snowy wilderness during a relentless storm, illustrating their struggle against the elements while maintaining their cultural practices and communal life. The narrative recounts the challenges faced by characters such as the elderly leader Nikke and his wife Elle, among
others, as they work together to transport their belongings using reindeer while battling the fierce weather conditions. The opening of the novel immerses readers in a dramatic snowstorm, painting vivid imagery of the desolate landscape and the physical toll it takes on both humans and animals. The protagonist engages with the world around them, expressing deep fatigue and a sense of endurance amidst the bleakness. The group they travel with is described, highlighting the responsibilities of the raid leaders, the tenderness of familial bonds, particularly between Elle and her children, and the communal spirit that prevails despite adversity. As they struggle towards their next resting point, the narrative presents not only their physical journey but also the emotional and cultural threads that knit them together as a community in the face of relentless challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Nordström, Ester Blenda, 1891-1948 |
|---|---|
| Title | Kåtornas folk |
| Credits | Produced by Jens Sadowski |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 75.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | Swedish |
| LoC Class | DL: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Northern Europe, Scandinavia |
| Subject | Lapland -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Sami (European people) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 62806 |
| Release Date | Aug 1, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 16431 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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