Kun rauhan mies sotaa kävi by Heinrich Zschokke
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"Kun rauhan mies sotaa kävi" by Heinrich Zschokke is a novel written in the early 19th century. The narrative follows a young theology candidate, Ferdinand, who grapples with the pressures of impending age while reflecting on his unfulfilled aspirations and his long-standing engagement to Fredrika. As he embarks on a journey marked by both personal trials and the turmoil of war, the story delves into the hero's internal and external conflicts against
the backdrop of the Napoleonic Wars. At the start of the novel, Ferdinand, nearing forty, reflects on his life in Berlin filled with disappointment, professional stagnation, and the unyielding support of his fiancée, Fredrika. On his birthday, an unexpected letter offers him a significant opportunity—a position as a parish priest—bringing a mix of joy and anxiety. He excitedly shares the news with Fredrika, who is overwhelmed with emotion, leading to plans for their future together. However, their dreams are threatened by the looming war, as Ferdinand's aspirations collide with the chaotic events surrounding him, including the shifting tides of battle and the unpredictability of fate. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Zschokke, Heinrich, 1771-1848 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Suomalainen, Samuli, 1850-1907 |
| Title | Kun rauhan mies sotaa kävi |
| Credits | Produced by Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 42.7 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 20501 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2007 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 305 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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