Himmennyt helmi: Romaani by Berta Ruck
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"Himmennyt helmi: Romaani" by Berta Ruck is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a young woman named Margaret Verity, whose modern characteristics and lifestyle create tensions with societal expectations. The narrative explores themes of identity, family influences, and the transition from a secluded childhood to the vibrant yet overwhelming world of social engagements and romantic relationships. The opening of the novel introduces us to Margaret's life,
revealing her as a contemporary young woman characterized by a desire for excitement and independence. As she navigates her teenage years, we learn about her upbringing with her mother, Violet, a warm yet traditional figure. The narrative also touches upon Margaret's father's tragic death at sea and its impact on both mother and daughter. We witness Margaret coming of age amid the changing societal norms of the era, with hints at her forthcoming adventures and struggles shaped by her interactions with various characters that will undoubtedly influence her journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Ruck, Berta, 1878-1978 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Kupiainen, Alpo, 1888-1937 |
| Uniform Title | The clouded pearl. Finnish |
| Title | Himmennyt helmi: Romaani |
| Original Publication | Finland: Arvi A. Karisto Oy,1925. |
| Credits | Tuula Temonen and Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 43.5 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Inheritance and succession -- Fiction |
| Subject | Young women -- Fiction |
| Subject | Love stories |
| Subject | Deception -- Fiction |
| Subject | Castaways -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 68648 |
| Release Date | Jul 30, 2022 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 288 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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