Alkuperäisiä suomalaisia uuteloita I by K. J. Gummerus

"Alkuperäisiä suomalaisia uuteloita I" by K. J. Gummerus is a collection of original Finnish novellas written in the late 19th century. The work explores themes of Finnish identity and social issues, drawing on both romantic and historical elements, with characters that reflect the struggles of the Finnish people during that time. The opening of the collection introduces Kaarle Jaakko Gummerus, the author, setting the tone for the novellas that follow by detailing his motivations and stylistic choices. We learn about the various tales included in this volume, such as "Sovitus haudalla" (Reconciliation at the Grave) and "Sadan leukaluut" (A Hundred Jawbones), each likely containing rich, character-driven narratives that address personal and societal dilemmas, including examination of relationships, identity, and the influence of history on the present. The beginning chapters establish a somber yet reflective atmosphere, suggesting a deep engagement with the characters' emotional landscapes as they navigate life's challenges amid the cultural backdrop of Finland. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Gummerus, K. J. (Kaarle Jaakko), 1840-1898
Title Alkuperäisiä suomalaisia uuteloita I
Contents Esilause -- Sovitus haudalla -- Palkinto -- Merimiehen morsian -- Sadan leukaluut.
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Reading Level Reading ease score: 50.9 (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
Category Text
eBook-No. 41441
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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