Kuinka Kettuniemellä kirkkoherraa valittiin by Paul Ferdinand Leino
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About this eBook
| Author | Leino, Paul Ferdinand |
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| Title | Kuinka Kettuniemellä kirkkoherraa valittiin |
| Original Publication | Helsinki: G. W. Edlund, 1900. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 29.8 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read. |
| Credits | Tuula Temonen |
| Summary | "Kuinka Kettuniemellä kirkkoherraa valittiin" by Paul Ferdinand Leino is a fictional narrative written in the early 20th century. The story is set in Kettuniemi, where the community is grappling with the recent death of their beloved pastor, prompting discussions about who should succeed him. The plot unfolds around the various candidates for the role and the gossip and deliberations among the townsfolk, highlighting the dynamics of local politics and the importance of the church in their lives. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to the Myllymäen matami, a well-known informant in her community, who is appraising the competing candidates for the pastoral position following the previous pastor’s death. As villagers gather in her home, discussions reveal their hopes and concerns about the newcomers, with particular emphasis on the qualifications and backgrounds of the candidates. The opening portion sets a lively scene where rumors and preferences circulate, establishing the social fabric and community values as they prepare for the upcoming election. The matami, with her keen ability to gather and share information, plays a crucial role in shaping public opinion on the candidates vying for the important clerical position. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Finnish fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 71826 |
| Release Date | Oct 7, 2023 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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