Kaarlo Tiira : Novelli by Wilho Soini
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"KAARLO TIIRA: Novelli" by Wilho Soini is a fictional novel written in the late 19th century. The story introduces readers to a young teacher, Kaarlo Tiira, who recently arrived in a small town to take up a position at the local reaalikoulu. The narrative explores his initial experiences and relationships, particularly with a local businessman and his sister-in-law, as they humorously discuss community matters, including the founding of a newspaper. At the
start of the novel, Kaarlo Tiira walks through the streets of the town, reflecting on his new role and the lack of acquaintances. He encounters Enok Pihlén, a local businessman who is upset over criticism regarding a construction project he oversaw. Their conversation quickly shifts to the idea of starting a newspaper, which excites Tiira and ignites a series of discussions about the need for local public discourse. As the dialogue unfolds, the plot hints at personal and societal challenges Tiira will face, including the expectations of his new community and his budding feelings toward women like Alma, Pihlén's sister-in-law. This opening sets the stage for a tale filled with humor, societal commentary, and elements of romance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Soini, Wilho, 1854-1934 |
|---|---|
| Title | Kaarlo Tiira : Novelli |
| Original Publication | Porvoo: Werner Söderström, 1888. |
| Credits | Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 39.4 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Finnish fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 73342 |
| Release Date | Apr 6, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 188 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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