Sanajalkoja: Vihkonen runoelmia by Kustaa Killinen
"Sanajalkoja: Vihkonen runoelmia" by Kustaa Killinen is a collection of poems written in the late 19th century. The work reflects on themes of nature, national identity, love, and the struggles of rural life in Finland during this time period. Each poem captures vivid imagery and heartfelt emotion, likely resonating with the cultural and social context of the Finnish people. The opening of the collection sets the tone with a series of poems
that explore deep connections to the Finnish landscape and the sentiments of the people. In the first verses, "Sanajalka," the poet introduces the symbolism of a humble plant, representing modesty and resilience despite being overlooked. This is followed by reflections on the beauty of the Finnish countryside and the harsh realities of life brought on by halla, or frost, impacting farmers. The beginning highlights the delicate balance between struggle and appreciation for the natural world, as well as the importance of heartfelt expression in the face of adversity, establishing a strong emotional foundation for the ensuing poems. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Killinen, Kustaa, 1849-1922 |
|---|---|
| Title | Sanajalkoja: Vihkonen runoelmia |
| Credits | Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 48.1 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Finnish poetry -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 63774 |
| Release Date | Nov 15, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 122 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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