| Author |
Hemmer, Jarl, 1893-1944 |
| Translator |
Jalkanen, Huugo, 1888-1969 |
| Uniform Title |
Rågens rike. Finnish
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| Title |
Viljan valtakunta
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| Original Publication |
Helsinki: Holger Schildt, 1926.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 50.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Tuula Temonen
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| Summary |
"Viljan valtakunta" by Jarl Hemmer is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set in a rural Finnish village, the story introduces themes of love, conflict, and the dynamics of village life, focusing primarily on characters like Markus, a strong and empathetic farmhand, and Klaara, the daughter of a local widow. As the narrative unfolds, it delves into their relationships and the societal expectations that shape their lives. The opening of "Viljan valtakunta" presents a vivid depiction of the village setting along a slow-moving river, surrounded by fields and homes that reflect both affluence and hardship. We meet Markus, who has a hidden affection for Klaara and is caught in the throes of village conflicts, particularly regarding a looming romantic rivalry with Pankari, a prominent local figure. Tensions are hinted at through Markus’s thoughts and the village's social intricacies, including the impact of seasonal events like the timber floating that disrupts the local peace and leads to violence and unrest. The narrative captures a blend of idyllic summer scenes and the rise of underlying social conflicts, setting the stage for the unfolding drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
Swedish poetry -- Translations into Finnish
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72568 |
| Release Date |
Dec 31, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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