Musta härkä by Maria Jotuni
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"Musta härkä" by Maria Jotuni is a children's tale written during the early 20th century. The story weaves a rich narrative about a family living in a remote rural setting, focusing on themes of love, imagination, and the mystical connection between a girl named Liisa and a black bull named Kointähti. It blends elements of folklore and fantasy through the experiences of its characters, especially as they navigate the spiritual and physical
realms. The narrative centers around Jope Pölläkkä and his family, including his wife, Kaisa, and their children, particularly the fragile Liisa. Jope, who has an affinity for the mystical, experiences visions and dreams that lead him to believe in the significance of Kointähti, a bull connected to deeper spiritual meanings. When Liisa goes missing after being taken by a mystical creature, Jope embarks on a quest to rescue her, navigating magical landscapes and encounters with enchanted beings. Through her adventures, Liisa discovers profound truths about love, connection, and acceptance, ultimately bringing the story to a touching resolution as she reunites with her family, illustrating the themes of familial bonds and the importance of cherishing loved ones. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Jotuni, Maria, 1880-1943 |
|---|---|
| Title | Musta härkä |
| Credits | Produced by Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Finnish fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 47100 |
| Release Date | Oct 12, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 242 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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