| Author |
Kara, Jalmari, 1890-1936 |
| Title |
Mykkä paholainen: Kertomuksia
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 45.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Viuluniekka Ouru -- Okura -- Valonheittäjä -- Jäälauta -- Suru -- Viettelijä -- Paholainen.
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| Credits |
Produced by Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Mykkä paholainen: Kertomuksia" by Jalmari Kara is a collection of stories likely written in the early 20th century. The text seems to delve into the depths of human emotion and artistic struggle, focusing on characters whose lives intertwine with themes of love, despair, and the pursuit of artistic expression. Among the central figures introduced is the violinist Ouru, whose complex relationship with those around him hints at deeper conflicts and emotional turmoil. At the start of the narrative, two friends venture into a cozy restaurant where the atmosphere is filled with music and life. One friend, who is a composer, becomes intrigued by the enigmatic violinist Ouru, recalling a past encounter with him through a photograph that left a haunting impression. As the evening unfolds, Ouru's instability and intense passion are hinted at, setting the stage for a larger exploration of his character. The author uses vivid descriptions and interactions to convey the intricate dynamics among the characters, hinting at the inevitable clashes of talent, jealousy, and yearning as the story progresses. (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. |
55883 |
| Release Date |
Nov 4, 2017 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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