Tuomion jälkeen : Kertomuksia by Ilma Virtala
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"Tuomion jälkeen: Kertomuksia" by Ilma Virtala is a collection of narratives written in the early 20th century. The stories delve into human experiences during turbulent times, particularly reflecting the impact of war on ordinary lives. Central to the opening narrative is Elina, a resilient woman recounting the struggles and pains of her family as they navigate the hardships brought on by conflict and socioeconomic challenges. The opening of the work introduces Elina's
life story, beginning with her chance encounter with a painter named Juha. Their shared conversations hint at sorrow and longing, revealing Elina's past filled with loss and struggle as a widow with children. As Elina reflects on her life, from the heavy burdens of caring for her family to the fleeting moments of joy brought by Juha’s love, readers are drawn into her emotional journey. This opening sets the stage for themes of resilience, love, and the quest for hope amid the scars of war, engaging readers in Elina's poignant experiences and the larger societal context surrounding her. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Virtala, Ilma, 1886-1931 |
|---|---|
| Title | Tuomion jälkeen : Kertomuksia |
| Original Publication | Tampere: Kust.Oy Tietäjä, 1919. |
| Contents | Maalarin vaimo -- Vapautettu -- Isänmaa -- Synnin tuoksu -- Punakaarttipäällikön muistelmia -- Ryssä on ryssä -- Kahdesti kuolemaan tuomittu -- Tuomion jälkeen -- Syyttömät -- Pataljoonan päällikkö -- Aatteen puolesta -- Sovinto. |
| Credits | Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 48.9 (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 -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 73684 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-73684-6 |
| Release Date | May 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 258 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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