| Author |
Korhonen, Veikko, 1888-1942 |
| Title |
Rämekorven laiskottelijat : Korpikuvaus
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| Original Publication |
Helsinki: Otava, 1922.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 53.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Rämekorven laiskottelijat: Korpikuvaus" by Veikko Korhonen is a fictional narrative that seems to have been written during the early 20th century. The story unfolds in a rural Finnish village, filled with lively characters who bring the local culture and the spirit of the summer solstice to life through their quirks and relationships. The novel likely explores themes of youth, love, and community, with a particular focus on the characters Bertil and Kylli, who are central to the narrative. At the start of the book, the scene is set on Midsummer morning, where nature is waking up amidst the sunshine and lingering mist. Bertil, the protagonist, has spent a joyful night with Kylli and wakes to the sounds and scents of the countryside. As he reflects on their moments together, various village characters nearby are introduced, each engaged in their own post-festival antics, highlighting their dynamic and often humorous interactions. The opening captures the lively atmosphere of a village celebration, complemented by hints of romance and the carefree essence of summer, establishing a vibrant backdrop for the unfolding storyline. (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. |
73055 |
| Release Date |
Feb 27, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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