| Author |
Janson, Kristofer, 1841-1917 |
| Translator |
Mela, Eino, 1881-1950 |
| Title |
Ylioppilas ja papintytär: Kertomus
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 48.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Ylioppilas ja papintytär: Kertomus" by Kristofer Janson is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story explores the developing relationship between a young student (the ylioppilas) and the daughter of a pastor (the papintytär) in a rural setting. The narrative delves into themes of innocence, societal expectations, and the challenges of growing up, focusing on the contrasting worlds of the two main characters. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the two protagonists: the student, a somewhat reclusive and contemplative young man, and Agnes, the vibrant, youthful daughter of the local pastor. The opening scene depicts a winter evening dance at the pastor's house, where the two characters’ lives begin to intersect. The ylioppilas is initially portrayed as isolated and preoccupied with his studies, while Agnes represents youthful exuberance and curiosity. The narrative hints at the societal pressures surrounding them and sets the stage for their interactions, highlighting their emotional depth and the challenges they face as they navigate their burgeoning feelings amidst the expectations of their respective roles in society. (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 |
Norwegian fiction -- Translations into Finnish
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
62070 |
| Release Date |
May 9, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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