Suomalaisia legendoja by Eino Railo

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Author Railo, Eino, 1884-1948
Title Suomalaisia legendoja
Original Publication Helsinki: Kust.Oy Kirja, 1923.
Contents Suomalaiset legendat -- Nainen, jolla ei ollut varjoa -- Paholaisen viikate -- Pitkän Pienan synti -- Rikas vouti ja paholainen -- Jeesus ja Pyhä Pietari Suomessa.
Credits Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Suomalaisia legendoja" by Eino Railo is a collection of Finnish legends written in the early 20th century. This work presents traditional folklore that explores moral themes often tied to Christian beliefs, featuring characters such as a beautiful yet troubled daughter of a priest and a tormented torppari (smallholder) facing a cruel lord. The collection aims to intertwine supernatural elements with moralistic tales that reflect the struggles of the common people against their oppressors. The opening of "Suomalaisia legendoja" introduces readers to the first story titled "Nainen, jolla ei ollut varjoa" (The Woman Who Had No Shadow). It centers on a priest's beautiful daughter who is admired by all yet remains silent and aloof, concealing a profound anguish within her. After witnessing the pain of childbirth, she becomes increasingly withdrawn, even as she harbors a deep love for a fellow priest. Her internal conflict intensifies, leading her to a harrowing encounter with a mysterious gray man who offers to grant her wish to avoid the suffering of motherhood. The story unfolds as she navigates her desires and fears, ultimately facing a fate that culminates in her losing her shadow—symbolic of her loss of light and connection to life. This initial tale sets the tone for the others, blending tragic elements with the rich tapestry of Finnish legend. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Subject Legends -- Finland
Subject Tales -- Finland
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EBook-No. 72460
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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