| Author |
Roos, Mathilda, 1852-1908 |
| Translator |
Krohn, Aune, 1881-1967 |
| Title |
Näkymättömiä teitä: Runoelma elämästä
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 36.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Näkymättömiä teitä: Runoelma elämästä" by Mathilda Roos is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book appears to explore themes of love, social class, and rivalry through the eyes of its characters, primarily revolving around a young teacher named Ester Hermanson and two suitors: Åke Henning and Bengt Falkenstern. The narrative seems to delve into the intricacies of their relationships, particularly the dynamics of competition and affection that emerge among the young men. The opening of the novel introduces a scene set in a café where four young men are discussing a newcomer to their town, a young and beautiful teacher, Ester. As the characters converse, the reader is drawn into Åke's immediate infatuation with Ester, showcasing his deep admiration contrasted with Bengt's initial dismissiveness towards her as a mere “teacher.” Tension builds as Åke expresses his dislike for the trivialization of Ester, indicating a much deeper emotional investment. The dialogue hints at a brewing rivalry between Åke and Bengt for Ester's affection, revealing layers of jealousy and desperation that will likely play a crucial role as the story unfolds. This beginning lays the foundation for a dramatic exploration of romantic entanglements and societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
Swedish fiction -- Translations into Finnish
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
37334 |
| Release Date |
Sep 7, 2011 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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