Tienhaarassa : Kokoelma havaintoja ja kuvauksia by Santeri Alkio

"Tienhaarassa: Kokoelma havaintoja ja kuvauksia" by Santeri Alkio is a collection of observations and descriptions likely written in the late 19th century. The work appears to explore various aspects of human nature, societal norms, and moral quandaries through a series of stories and character sketches, each shedding light on different facets of life and interpersonal relationships." "The opening of the book introduces the character Niilo Penttinen, a wealthy man regarded as virtuous by society, yet he grapples with the constant fear of losing his wealth and status. Despite his generous donations and pious actions, he remains disconnected from the less fortunate, who view his charity as mere crumbs from his table. As Penttinen confronts his impending mortality, our understanding deepens of his struggle to cultivate genuine relationships amidst his materialistic worldview. This initial glimpse sets the stage for broader themes of wealth, morality, and the quest for authentic human connection." (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Alkio, Santeri, 1862-1930
Title Tienhaarassa : Kokoelma havaintoja ja kuvauksia
Original Publication Porvoo: Werner Söderström, 1900.
Contents Herra Penttinen -- Neronleimaus -- Lusiferin muistikirjasta -- Jos -- Jumalan mieliharmi -- Kadonnut lammas -- Koettelemus -- Karjalanniemen Iisakki -- Kala-Kaija -- Hermannintuvan Katri -- Oma koira ja naapurin koira -- Maaseutua ihailemassa -- Karuja maita -- Uusi välikirja -- Yhteisen vaaran hetkellä -- Aasi ja hevonen -- Jesus ja sunnuntaimetsästäjä -- Ylistysvirsi valon vastustajain kunniaksi.
Credits Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
Reading Level Reading ease score: 41.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Language Finnish
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Subject Short stories, Finnish
Subject Finnish fiction -- 19th century
Category Text
eBook-No. 73225
Release Date
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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