| Author |
Finne, Jalmari, 1874-1938 |
| Title |
Lapset: Kuvauksia lapsille lapsista
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 53.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Anna Siren and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Lapset: Kuvauksia lapsille lapsista" by Jalmari Finne is a collection of stories likely written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on various characters and situations involving children, exploring themes of bravery, innocence, and the impact of war on youth. Each story introduces unique child protagonists who navigate challenges, revealing their individuality and resilience against difficult backdrops, such as military settings. The opening of the book introduces the character "Karhu," a fifteen-year-old boy who joins a regiment led by General Adlercreutz amidst the backdrop of war. As he experiences camaraderie with the soldiers, Karhu's past as an escaped convict adds complexity to his character. He earns the respect of his peers through bravery during battles, particularly standing up against their enemies, even as he grapples with his status as an outsider. The narrative paints a vivid picture of his internal struggles, the perceptions of others, and the themes of redemption that are likely explored in his story arc. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Russo-Swedish War, 1808-1809 -- Juvenile fiction
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| Subject |
Döbeln, Georg Carl von, 1758-1820 -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
60723 |
| Release Date |
Nov 18, 2019 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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