| Author |
Pakkala, Teuvo, 1862-1925 |
| Title |
Vaaralla: Kuvia laitakaupungilta
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Vaaralla: Kuvia laitakaupungilta" by Teuvo Pakkala is a novel written in the late 19th century. This work explores the lives of characters living on the outskirts of a town, focusing on their struggles, relationships, and the harsh realities of life in a lower socioeconomic environment. The main character appears to be Nikkilän emäntä, who relentlessly hopes for a better life despite the numerous challenges faced by her and her husband, Nikkilä. The opening of the novel introduces the reader to the Nikkilä family, who live in a small, rundown house on the outskirts of town, signifying the struggles of the working class. Nikkilän emäntä is depicted as a hopeful and resilient figure, managing their meager resources while dealing with mounting debts and uncertainties about their future. As she contemplates her financial troubles, the narrative reveals her sense of duty towards her sick husband and her ability to navigate the complexities of survival through the support of neighbors. The atmosphere is filled with moments of introspection and communal exchanges that highlight the daily trials and camaraderie among those struggling in similar situations, setting the stage for a poignant exploration of hardship and resilience in a changing society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
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| Subject |
Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
11879 |
| Release Date |
Apr 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 26, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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