Nevalaiset: Historiallis-romantillinen kertomus Itä-Suomesta by Bergman

"Nevalaiset: Historiallis-romantillinen kertomus Itä-Suomesta" by Bergman is a historical-romantic novel written in the late 19th century. The story is set against the backdrop of a peasant uprising in Nurmes, Finland, during the tumultuous times of the early 18th century, following the harsh treatment of the local population by tax collectors. The main character, Sipo Nevalainen, emerges as a symbol of resistance against oppression, embodying patriotic fervor and a steadfast commitment to justice. The beginning of the novel introduces readers to the aging blacksmith Jaakko Nevalainen and his family, including his nephew Juhana and his orphaned niece Anna, who are central to the unfolding narrative. Jaakko is deeply patriotic and concerned about the deteriorating state of his homeland, while the young couple's dynamic hints at a romantic subplot amidst the broader themes of struggle and resistance. As Jaakko contemplates the political turmoil impacting their lives, news of impending conflicts stirs anxieties about their future, setting the stage for the novel's exploration of loyalty, love, and national identity intertwined with the characters’ personal journeys. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Bergman, Johan Albert, 1844-1924
Title Nevalaiset: Historiallis-romantillinen kertomus Itä-Suomesta
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Reading Level Reading ease score: 52.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Language Finnish
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Subject Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 43243
Release Date
Last Update Oct 23, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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