Batalo pri la Domo Heikkilä by Johannes Linnankoski
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"Batalo pri la Domo Heikkilä" by Johannes Linnankoski is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story focuses on the complex emotional and social dynamics within the Heikkilä household, primarily revolving around the enigmatic mistress of the house and her tumultuous relationship with her husband, a man struggling with his vices. The narrative delves into themes of power, identity, and familial conflict as the characters navigate their intertwined lives. The
opening of the novel sets the stage with a vivid description of the Heikkilä home, which, despite appearing welcoming, conceals hidden tensions and secrets. The mistress is portrayed as a strong yet mysterious figure, whose past and present significantly influence the household's atmosphere. As her husband grapples with his drinking problem and declining status, the mistress emerges as the primary force in the household, attempting to maintain order and dignity while battling her own feelings of isolation. The reader is introduced to the community's perceptions of their relationship, building suspense around the dynamics that govern the Heikkilä household and hinting at future conflicts and revelations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Linnankoski, Johannes, 1869-1913 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Setälä, Vilho, 1892-1985 |
| Uniform Title | Taistelu Heikkilän talosta. Esperanto |
| Title | Batalo pri la Domo Heikkilä |
| Series Title | Finna Biblioteko Esperanta, no. 1 |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: eo.wikipedia.org/wiki/Batalo_pri_la_domo_Heikkil%C3%A4 |
| Credits | Andrew Sly, Dave Morgan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 55.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | Esperanto |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Finnish Fiction -- Translations into Esperanto |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 25964 |
| Release Date | Jul 4, 2008 |
| Last Update | Nov 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 276 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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