Patruuna Jönssonin muistelmat by Sigurd

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Author Sigurd, 1852-1906
Translator Haveri, Arvo, 1881-1934
Uniform Title Patron Jönssons memoirer. Finnish
Title Patruuna Jönssonin muistelmat
Original Publication Hämeenlinna: Arvi A. Karisto, 1910.
Contents Esittely -- Kuinka minä aloin ansaita leipäni, jäin orvoksi ja tulin myydyksi huutokaupalla -- Kuinka minusta neljätoistavuotiaana tuli "kauppamatkustaja. -- Kauppa-Lassi ja minä -- Kuinka minä sain "jalat oman pöydän alle" ja kuinka taas menetin itsenäisyyteni -- Eteenpäin ja ylöspäin -- Koettelemuksen päivinä -- Lapset -- Suuri päivä.
Credits Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Patruuna Jönssonin muistelmat" by Sigurd is a memoir written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the life experiences of Nils Jönsson, a man reflecting on his past from a position of relative comfort, contrasting his current affluent life with his humble beginnings as a child in poverty. The narrative dives into themes of social class, personal growth, and the value of family, particularly focusing on the relationships he had and lost throughout his life. The opening of the memoir introduces Nils Jönsson as he sits comfortably in his grand room, surrounded by luxury items, while reminiscing about his impoverished childhood. He vividly recalls his old home, his environment, and the people who once populated his life, including his parents and siblings, all of whom suffered in their struggle for survival. The juxtaposition of his current wealth against his past hardships evokes a deep emotional resonance. As he reflects, Nils grapples with feelings of guilt and nostalgia, reminiscing about the faint memories of joy and love, while recognizing the hardships that shaped his journey towards success and prosperity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Swedish literature -- Translations into Finnish
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EBook-No. 72617
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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