| Author |
Kauffmann, Hermann, 1840-1908 |
| Title |
Muntra minnen från mellersta Tavastland : Små berättelser om ångbåtar, jakt och fiske
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| Original Publication |
Helsingfors: Författarens förlag, 1902.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Harry Lönnrot and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Muntra minnen från mellersta Tavastland" by Hermann Kauffmann is a collection of anecdotes and stories written in the early 20th century. The work recounts tales related to steamboats, hunting, and fishing in and around the city of Tampere, Finland, during the mid-19th century. It aims to capture the charm and challenges of the region's early industrial era, focusing on the introduction of steamboat travel and local recreational activities. At the start of the book, the author introduces the intent behind these "cheerful memories," emphasizing his desire to document the formative years of the area's steam-powered transportation and the recreational culture of hunting and fishing. He reflects on the inviting nature of these stories, hoping they resonate with those familiar with the past as well as newcomers interested in the history of Tampere. The opening portion establishes the author's nostalgic tone and practical knowledge of the region, suggesting that the subsequent tales will blend personal experiences with historical context, immersing readers in the lively atmosphere of Tavastland in the 1800s. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Swedish |
| LoC Class |
DL: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Northern Europe, Scandinavia
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| Subject |
Kauffmann, Hermann, 1840-1908
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| Subject |
Hämeen lääni (Finland) -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
73656 |
| Release Date |
May 20, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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