Elias Lönnrot: Elämä-kerrallisia piirteitä by August Ahlqvist
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"Elias Lönnrot: Elämä-kerrallisia piirteitä" by August Ahlqvist is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the life and contributions of Elias Lönnrot, focusing on his legacy as a central figure in Finnish literature and culture, especially through his work on the "Kalevala." Ahlqvist's narrative offers insights into Lönnrot’s character, aspirations, and the socio-cultural context of Finland during his lifetime. The opening of the text serves as a
eulogy to Elias Lönnrot, contextualizing his influential role in Finnish literature, particularly in compiling and creating the "Kalevala." It reflects on Lönnrot’s humble beginnings, his academic struggles, and his ardent commitment to the Finnish language and folklore. The text discusses his exploration of Finnish culture, detailing his journeys to collect folk poetry and highlighting his achievements in promoting the Finnish language and its literary heritage. The author sets a reflective tone, merging Lönnrot’s personal experiences with broader societal changes in Finland, creating a rich tapestry of Lönnrot's contributions that resonate with the national identity of the Finnish people. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Ahlqvist, August, 1826-1889 |
|---|---|
| Title | Elias Lönnrot: Elämä-kerrallisia piirteitä |
| Credits | Produced by Jari Koivisto |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 29.1 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Lönnrot, Elias, 1802-1884 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 47681 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-47681-0 |
| Release Date | Dec 17, 2014 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 328 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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