Yksinkertainen kukkavihkonen by Lars Dilling

"Yksinkertainen kukkavihkonen" by Lars Dilling is a narrative woven around the world of a circus, likely written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds primarily through the characterization of a circus family, especially focusing on their daughter, Paola, as she prepares for her debut performance. Themes of aspiration, family bonds, and the fleeting nature of fame are hinted at in the opening scenes, drawing readers into the vibrant yet precarious lives of circus performers. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to the chaotic and lively atmosphere backstage at a circus. The Carambino family prepares for the evening's performance, particularly focusing on young Paola, who is determined to shine in front of the audience for the first time. As she takes center stage, the passage captures both the excitement of her debut and the precarity of her situation, highlighted by an accident during her act that leaves her unconscious and surrounded by concerned family members and performers. The vivid descriptions and the tension of the moment set the tone for a story that promises both artistic endeavors and the inherent dangers of the performing life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Dilling, Lars, 1848-1887
Translator Linnankoski, Johannes, 1869-1913
Title Yksinkertainen kukkavihkonen
Contents Yksinkertainen kukkavihkonen -- Satamassa -- Läpi hiedikon -- Jäätelöannos.
Credits Tapio Riikonen
Reading Level Reading ease score: 44.0 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Language Finnish
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Norwegian fiction -- Translations into Finnish
Subject Short stories, Norwegian -- Translations into Finnish
Category Text
eBook-No. 62828
Release Date
Last Update Oct 18, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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