Pihamaa ja takalisto : Eläinsatuja by Veikko Korhonen
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"Pihamaa ja takalisto: Eläinsatuja" by Veikko Korhonen is a collection of animal fables written in the early 20th century. The book presents whimsical stories centered around animal characters, highlighting themes of cleverness, friendship, and the natural world. The narratives explore the interactions among various creatures, with a focus on their adventures and life lessons. The opening of the book introduces Pekka, a young boy who sets a trap for rabbits, unaware that
he has inadvertently placed it in the territory of Puputti, a magical hare known as a "haltijajänis" (guardian hare). As Pekka prepares to check his trap, Puputti playfully evades the snare and explains his magical status, revealing that he has outsmarted traps for years and enjoys a life of freedom. This encounter sets the tone for the stories to follow, inviting readers into a world where animal characters possess personalities and wisdom, as they navigate challenges and relationships in their rural and woodland settings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Korhonen, Veikko, 1888-1942 |
|---|---|
| Title | Pihamaa ja takalisto : Eläinsatuja |
| Original Publication | Jyväskylä: K. J. Gummerus Oy, 1922. |
| Contents | Pekka ja Puputti -- Uusilla olinpaikoilla -- Uusi toveri -- Vanhan Puputin jouluyö -- Vanhan Puputin kuolema -- Vappu ja Heikki -- Riekon rihmat -- Julie Jutustaisen viisaus -- Saunan haltija -- Repolaisen hernekeitto -- Mirriläisten käräjät -- Nalle vasikkahaassa -- Kiekujaisen pidot -- Hukka Hujulainen ja Tahvo Tasulainen. |
| Credits | Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 53.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Short stories, Finnish |
| Subject | Finnish fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 73725 |
| Release Date | May 29, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 239 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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