Pieni hanhipaimen Yrjö by Per Palmqvist and Simeon Hirvonen
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"Pieni hanhipaimen Yrjö" by Per Palmqvist and Simeon Hirvonen is a heartfelt narrative likely written during the late 19th century. This book is a novella that tells the story of a young orphan boy named Yrjö, who takes care of geese while grappling with his loss and seeking hope and solace through his faith in God. The journey through his struggles and the relationships he develops add depth to the simple yet
poignant plot. The novella begins with Yrjö reflecting on his life as he visits the graves of his deceased parents, highlighting his loneliness and yearning for connection. As he tends to the geese, he finds solace in his responsibilities and a deep bond with the animals. However, a tragic incident occurs when a gamekeeper shoots two of the geese belonging to the pastor's wife, leading to a crisis of guilt and shame for Yrjö, as he feels responsible for their care. The story unfolds with themes of forgiveness, redemption, and the power of compassion, culminating in the pastor and his wife extending kindness to Yrjö, whom they decide to adopt, thereby restoring his sense of belonging and hope for the future. Overall, the novella beautifully weaves themes of faith, childhood innocence, and the importance of community support. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Editor | Palmqvist, Per, 1815-1887 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Hirvonen, Simeon, 1848-1915 |
| Title | Pieni hanhipaimen Yrjö |
| Original Publication | Tampere: Hagelberg ja Kumpp., 1884. |
| Credits | Jari Koivisto |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 49.7 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Christian life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Orphans -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Boys -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 74053 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-74053-9 |
| Release Date | Jul 15, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 214 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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