Nirvana: Lemmentarina by Ilmari Kianto
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"Nirvana: Lemmentarina" by Ilmari Kianto is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative follows Solmu Sortimo Karm, a young Finnish student, as he embarks on a journey to a small, ancient town in Russia, experiencing the foreign culture and people for the first time. Central to the story is his encounter with Nirvana, a striking and enigmatic woman who captivates him amidst a backdrop of romantic and politically charged
sentiments. The opening of the novel introduces the protagonist as he arrives in Russia, feeling an invigorating mix of awe and trepidation about his surroundings. As he walks through the vibrant streets, he encounters friendly locals including the noblewoman Armendorf and her family, as well as the captivating Nirvana herself, who appears to have a magnetic and profound understanding of human emotions. The narrative beautifully portrays Karm's initial thoughts and feelings of wonder at the lush spring atmosphere and his interactions with the various characters, setting a tone of romantic exploration and cultural reflection intertwined with themes of identity and belonging. The beginning of the story establishes a sense of longing and introspection as Karm navigates his emotions and his place within this unfamiliar social landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Kianto, Ilmari, 1874-1970 |
|---|---|
| Title | Nirvana: Lemmentarina |
| Credits | Produced by Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 41.7 (College-level). 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. | 54395 |
| Release Date | Mar 20, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 267 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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