Herraskartano ja legendoja by Selma Lagerlöf

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Author Lagerlöf, Selma, 1858-1940
Contributor Aho, Juhani, 1861-1921
Translator Halonen, Maija, 1873-1944
Title Herraskartano ja legendoja
Note Reading ease score: 51.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Contents Selma Lagerlöf, kirjoittanut Juhani Aho -- Herraskartano -- Legendoja: Vanha Agneeta. Pako Egyptiin. Seitsemän kuolemansyntiä. Hautakirjoitus. Herra ja Pyhä Pietari.
Credits Produced by Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Herraskartano ja legendoja" by Selma Lagerlöf is a collection of stories likely written in the late 19th century. The book includes a blend of narratives that reflect on themes of love, struggle, and the intersection of realism and mysticism, centered around characters in a rural setting, particularly exploring the life of Gunnar Hede and the challenges he faces regarding his family's estate, Munkhytta. The opening of this work introduces Gunnar Hede, a university student confronting the reality of his family's declining fortunes. As he sits in a rundown house in Uppsala, he receives a visit from his friend Ålin, who expresses concern over Hede's academic performance and his attachment to music over studies. Their conversation unveils Hede’s ignorance about the financial hardships facing his estate, as he is oblivious to the struggles his mother faces to keep Munkhytta afloat. Moreover, there are hints of Hede's romantic entanglement and a longing for music that juxtaposes his responsibilities. These elements establish a rich foundation for the unfolding story, where themes of love, ambition, and artistic desire interweave against the backdrop of rural life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Swedish fiction -- Translations into Finnish
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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