| Author |
Finne, Jalmari, 1874-1938 |
| Title |
Rakkaudentarina: Historiallinen romaani
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 60.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Rakkaudentarina: Historiallinen romaani" by Jalmari Finne is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative unfolds during the 15th century, exploring the intertwining lives of its characters against the backdrop of springtime in Finland. The story primarily revolves around Katarina Tavast, the wife of a wealthy lord, and Juhana Olavinpoika, a young steward, as they navigate their complex feelings of love, desire, and societal constraints. At the start of the novel, a small spring flows down a hillside, reflecting the vibrancy of life and the promise of renewal. As the spring gathers strength and pushes past obstacles, it becomes a metaphor for the characters' journeys. The narrative introduces Katarina and Juhana as they stroll along a path, revealing their shared past and blossoming emotions. While Katarina experiences a longing for the freedom of spring, Juhana grapples with his unexpressed feelings for her, which begin to transform their innocent companionship into something deeper. Their conversations, filled with nostalgia and suppressed desires, foreshadow the complexities of love and yearning that will dominate their lives as the plot unfolds. (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 |
Finnish fiction -- 20th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
56273 |
| Release Date |
Dec 31, 2017 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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