Lehtori Hellmanin vaimo by Minna Canth

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Author Canth, Minna, 1844-1897
Title Lehtori Hellmanin vaimo
Credits Produced by Distributed Proofreaders Europe, http://dp.rastko.net Project by Riikka Talonpoika and Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Lehtori Hellmanin vaimo" by Minna Canth is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Selma Varén, a young student who navigates her complex emotions and relationships, notably with her admired teacher, Lehtori Hellman. The book explores themes of love, societal expectations of women, and the personal aspirations within the context of a rapidly changing society. The opening of the novel sets the stage in a seminar context where Selma and her friend Anni are preparing for a day out. Anni is dedicated to mending Selma's blue dress, showcasing their close friendship. Through their conversation, we learn about Selma's admiration for Hellman, her internal conflicts regarding love and societal roles, and the contrasting viewpoints of the two friends on relationships and personal ambition. As the girls engage in playful banter, themes of infatuation and the complexities of transitioning from student to wife come through, giving readers a glimpse into the larger narrative of women's roles during this time in Finnish society. Selma's evolving emotional landscape is introduced, setting the groundwork for her journey throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Subject Fiction
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EBook-No. 11295
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 25, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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