Ristiaallokossa by Kasimir Leino

"Ristiaallokossa" by Kasimir Leino is a collection of poems written in the late 19th century. The book delves into themes of nature, love, and the struggles of the human condition, reflecting a deep connection between the poet and the Finnish landscape. Through evocative imagery and emotional depth, Leino explores the interplay of personal and national identities. The opening of this poetry collection introduces readers to a rich tapestry of feelings and observations, beginning with the serene beauty of the Finnish landscape. The speaker reflects on childhood memories by the riverbank, guided by maternal wisdom warning about the perils of the sea. As the speaker yearns for adventure and independence, the verses capture a longing for exploration and growth, setting the stage for the themes of aspiration and the journey toward freedom that permeate the collection. The delicate balance between security of home and the allure of the unknown is established, promising a deeper exploration of such contrasts in the poems that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Leino, Kasimir, 1866-1919
Title Ristiaallokossa
Kokoelma runoelmia
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Reading Level Reading ease score: 46.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Language Finnish
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Subject Poetry
Category Text
eBook-No. 15897
Release Date
Last Update Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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