Viija: Kuvaus Savon kansan elämästä by Kauppis-Heikki

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Author Kauppis-Heikki, 1862-1920
Title Viija: Kuvaus Savon kansan elämästä
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Viija: Kuvaus Savon kansan elämästä" by Kauppis-Heikki is a novel likely written in the early 20th century, specifically around 1920. The story revolves around a young girl named Viija, exploring her early experiences with familial loss, childhood innocence, and the societal context of the Savonian people. Through poignant interactions and observations, the novel delves into themes of grief, resilience, and the tenderness of childhood as Viija navigates the complexities of her changing world after the loss of her parents. The opening of the novel introduces readers to young Viija, who is described as a quiet and observant child. At first, she seems content with her simple life, enjoying her mother's company. However, everything changes when her mother falls ill and eventually dies, leaving Viija orphaned and heartbroken. The narrative captures Viija's gradual understanding of death, her emotional turmoil, and the arrival of her aunt, Reeta, who steps in to care for her. As Viija struggles to comprehend her loss and adapt to her new life, the passage hints at her kind-hearted nature when she later offers food to impoverished girls in her community, showing her capacity for empathy despite her own grief. This opening sets the stage for a rich exploration of Viija's growth and the dynamics of family and community in Savonian culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Subject Finnish fiction -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 14773
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 19, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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