| Author |
Eronen, Simo, 1881-1936 |
| Title |
Suurten metsien salasta : Pohjoiskarjalaisia kertomuksia
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| Original Publication |
Viipuri: Suomalainen kirjakauppa, 1919.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 41.7 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Kyttä-Larin kuolinhiihto -- Naarvasalon uutistorpan Anni -- Lupasalmen Viina-Vasilin karkuun päässyt kahvituli -- Höytiäisen Aittolahden ankara laki.
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| Credits |
Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Suurten metsien salasta: Pohjoiskarjalaisia kertomuksia" by Simo Eronen is a collection of Northern Karelian stories written in the early 20th century. This work captures the essence of rural life in North Karelia, reflecting the connections between its inhabitants and the surrounding wilderness. The narratives likely explore themes of nature, survival, and human emotion, centered around various characters who navigate both external challenges and internal conflicts. The opening of the book presents a gripping tale titled "Kyttä-Larin kuolinhiihto," following Kyttä-Lari as he embarks on a solitary hunting expedition through the deep forests of Ilomantsi. As he tracks a wily lynx, the narrative delves into Lari’s physical struggles against the harsh winter conditions, highlighted by detailed descriptions of his exhaustion and determination. The tension builds as he faces both the demanding environment and the instinctual challenges posed by his prey, setting the stage for a profound exploration of the human spirit in the wild. This opening captures the vividness of the Finnish landscape and the resilience required to thrive within it, attracting readers interested in stories of adventure and connection to nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
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| Subject |
Short stories, Finnish
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| Subject |
Finnish fiction -- 20th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
74752 |
| Release Date |
Nov 16, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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