Suomen kansan eläinkirja : Kertomus Metsolan ja Ilmolan väestä ja elämästä
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"Suomen kansan eläinkirja: Kertomus Metsolan ja Ilmolan väestä ja elämästä" by Osmo Iisalo is a collection of animal tales inspired by Finnish folklore, written in the early 20th century. This work intricately weaves together stories from nature, showcasing various animals and their relationships with one another and humans. The narrative likely centers around key figures such as the clever fox (kettu), who takes on leadership but also illustrates themes of cooperation and
conflict among the animal characters. At the start of the narrative, the author sets a whimsical stage where animals can speak and live harmoniously in the wilderness of Finland. The animals, facing difficulties in their natural habitat, decide to create paths for easier travel and organize a community effort, with various characters volunteering for different tasks. Amidst the discussions, the cunning fox emerges as the appointed leader, detailing the responsibilities of each animal, which sets off a cascade of actions that lead to both cooperation and potential discord among them. The opening establishes a rich tapestry of animal life and allusions to human traits, hinting at moral lessons that stem from their interactions and contributions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Railo, Eino, 1884-1948 |
|---|---|
| Title | Suomen kansan eläinkirja : Kertomus Metsolan ja Ilmolan väestä ja elämästä |
| Original Publication | Helsinki: Kust.Oy Kirja, 1921. |
| Credits | Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 47.0 (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. | 72937 |
| Release Date | Feb 12, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 407 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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