Anna : Kyläkertomus by Heikki Impola
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"Anna: Kyläkertomus" by Heikki Impola is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in a rural Finnish village, centering around the character Anna, who is a new servant at Kankaan talo. The narrative explores the dynamics of village life, love, and relationships as well as the trials and tribulations faced by the characters, particularly in the context of societal expectations regarding marriage. The opening portion introduces us to
the autumn backdrop of the village and the significance of the approaching winter. We meet the family at Kankaan talo who are eagerly awaiting the arrival of their new servant, Anna. The dialogue among the characters hints at the common theme of marriage, with light-hearted banter about the talents of the girls at the household in attracting suitors. Anna, upon her arrival, garners immediate attention, especially from Kalle, a young man struggling with his feelings towards her. This introduction sets the stage for the tensions and complexities in their relationship, intertwined with the expectations of village life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Impola, Heikki, 1887-1971 |
|---|---|
| Title | Anna : Kyläkertomus |
| Original Publication | Helsinki: Kust.Oy Kirja, 1913. |
| Credits | Anna Siren and Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 53.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat 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. | 71890 |
| Release Date | Oct 16, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 198 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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