Ykskylän uneksija: Kertoelma by Jalmari Hahl
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"Ykskylän uneksija: Kertoelma" by Jalmari Hahl is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds in the early 13th century during the tumultuous period of the conflicts between the Teutonic Knights and the Livonians. The story centers around the characters of Atso, a young Livonian prisoner, and Alobrand, a monk who seeks to help him. Their journey reflects themes of freedom, identity, and the struggle between differing beliefs.
The opening of the novel sets a vivid backdrop with a moonlit scene over the wide Vāna River, highlighting the peaceful yet precarious environment near Ykskylä Castle. The tension is palpable as the elderly guard Herman and younger guard Friedolf debate the risks of a potential attack by the Livonians, with Friedolf opting to remain vigilant. Meanwhile, Atso, imprisoned in a castle chamber, reflects on his longing for home and the pain of captivity, haunted by memories of his loved ones. Concurrently, Alobrand, in his chamber, pens thoughts about the human heart and its potential for goodness while he is approached by Gertrud, the castle lord's daughter, revealing personal conflicts and emotional connections among the characters. As the story unfolds, themes of love, faith, and the struggle for liberation are poised to dominate the narrative. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Hahl, Jalmari, 1869-1929 |
|---|---|
| Title | Ykskylän uneksija: Kertoelma |
| Credits | Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 43.1 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Finnish fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 65422 |
| Release Date | May 23, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 240 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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