| Author |
Roos, Mathilda, 1852-1908 |
| Translator |
K. G. H. |
| Title |
Saulus Tarsolainen: Erään sielun historia
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 28.5 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Saulus Tarsolainen: Erään sielun historia" by Mathilda Roos is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around the life and transformation of Saulus (Paul), a fervent Pharisee who is depicted experiencing profound internal conflicts influenced by the teachings of Jesus and the early Christians. The story delves into themes of faith, persecution, and the struggle between adherence to tradition and the allure of new beliefs. The opening of the novel paints a vivid picture of Jerusalem in the first century AD, where Saulus, clad in Roman military armor, observes the vibrant city and its diverse populace. As the narrative unfolds, Saulus encounters Joel, who speaks of the rising threat posed by the followers of the "crucified deceiver" (Jesus). The tension escalates as they discuss the actions of Peter and John, apostles who openly defy the temple authorities, leading to their arrest and trial. The beginning sets the stage for Saulus's evolving perspective on faith and the growing conflict with the early Christian movement, foreshadowing his later transformation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
Swedish fiction -- Translations into Finnish
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
37902 |
| Release Date |
Nov 1, 2011 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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