Murusia by Marja Salmela

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Author Salmela, Marja, 1875-1924
Title Murusia
Note Reading ease score: 52.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Contents Hämyhetkenä -- Vanha Maija -- Esikoinen -- He rakastivat kumpikin -- Kannel -- Valkolakki -- Taistelutantereelta -- Pollen puolesta -- Veljesi tähden -- Kun talvinen aurinko laskee.
Credits E-text prepared by Johanna Kankaanpää and Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Murusia" by Marja Salmela is a work of fiction likely written in the early 20th century. The narrative explores themes of family, memory, and the passage of time, concentrating on characters like Maija, who transitions from childhood to the complexities of adult life and her roles within both her family and the larger world. The opening chapters set a reflective and contemplative tone, drawing readers into an intimate portrayal of everyday life and relationships. At the start of the book, the scene is delicately painted with a vivid description of a serene evening in March, where the quiet of rural life contrasts with the anticipation of a family gathering. The central figure is a growing girl who finds herself contemplating a cherished family tradition during a time spent by the fire. This moment evokes emotions tied to her family’s joys and sorrows, leading her to reflect on her desires to capture the richness of life through her own creative expressions. The narrative then introduces "Old Maija," a character marked by years of toil, representing the generational gap and continuity in familial responsibility and expectation. Her transition to a life of servitude further illustrates the social dynamics and perennial challenges faced by women during this period, setting the stage for deeper explorations of love, duty, and identity that unfold throughout the chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Subject Finnish fiction
Subject Short stories, Finnish
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EBook-No. 44775
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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