Veljeni by Pierre Loti
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"Veljeni" by Pierre Loti is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Yves Kermadec, a sailor from Brittany, as he navigates his life on the seas and the challenges he faces upon his return home. Central to the narrative are themes of identity, longing, and the harsh realities of maritime life, which are embodied in the character of Yves. At the start of the novel, the reader is
introduced to Yves through a sailor's book filled with records of his life at sea, setting the stage for the exploration of his character. The narrative shifts to Yves's birth and childhood, highlighting the turbulent circumstances of his entry into the world. As a young man returning to Brittany after several years at sea, Yves grapples with a mix of excitement and sorrow, including his reflections on his mother and the troubled relationships he has with his surroundings. The opening lays the groundwork for an emotional journey through Yves's struggles, revealing his complex feelings about home, family, and his own actions in the midst of personal turmoil. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Loti, Pierre, 1850-1923 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Palola, Eino, 1885-1951 |
| Uniform Title | Mon frère Yves. Finnish |
| Title | Veljeni |
| Credits | Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 40.1 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Brittany (France) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 61713 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-61713-8 |
| Release Date | Mar 30, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 262 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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