Jouluilta: Kolmilauluinen runoelma by Johan Ludvig Runeberg
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"Jouluilta: Kolmilauluinen runoelma" by Johan Ludvig Runeberg is a poetic work written in the early 20th century. This book is a reflective piece centered on the themes of Christmas and war, exploring how the festive season intersects with the somber realities of conflict and personal loss. Runeberg, a significant figure in Finnish literature, showcases his lyrical style while addressing the emotional landscape of his characters. The poem unfolds in three parts, each
highlighting various perspectives on the Christmas evening amidst wartime. The first part introduces an elderly soldier, Pistoli, as he reflects on the absence of his son, who is off fighting in a distant land. His anticipation for the holiday is tinged with sadness, as he recalls happier times. The second part shifts to the plight of a captain's wife, who mourns her husband's absence, further depicting the emotional turmoil of those waiting at home. The final section returns to Pistoli, who shares tales of the harsh realities of war and the interplay between hope and despair. The work offers an evocative commentary on human resilience, the joy of reunion, and the bittersweet nature of festive celebrations during troubled times. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Runeberg, Johan Ludvig, 1804-1877 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Juva, Valter, 1865-1922 |
| Title | Jouluilta: Kolmilauluinen runoelma |
| Credits | Produced by Matti Järvinen and Tuija Lindholm |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 54.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Christmas stories |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 16034 |
| Release Date | Jun 10, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 11, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 292 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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