| Author |
Järnefelt, Arvid, 1861-1932 |
| Title |
Elämän meri
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 50.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Virkku -- Valon ja onnen lapsi -- Viimeinen ateria -- Sokeakuuron kertomus -- Hän ja minä -- Elämän meri.
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| Credits |
Produced by Riikka Talonpoika, Tapio Riikonen and PG Distributed Proofreaders
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| Summary |
"Elämän meri" by Arvid Järnefelt is a narrative work written during the early 20th century. The book appears to delve into themes of life, nature, and the experiences of characters, likely drawing on a tapestry of human emotions and interactions through various stories. The opening chapters introduce us to different characters, such as Virkku, a dog whose life changes dramatically, symbolizing loss and adaptation. The beginning of "Elämän meri" presents two distinct stories. The first story revolves around Virkku, an old and temperamental dog who experiences a profound emotional shift after a conflict with another dog, Vahti. This incident leads to feelings of jealousy and sorrow for Virkku, who is deeply affected by the relationships around him. In contrast, the second story introduces the perspective of a blind and deaf old man who reflects on his life and the nature of human connection, emphasizing how he navigates his world and shares poignant insights. Together, these narratives explore abandonment, identity, and the search for understanding, setting the stage for deeper themes throughout the book. (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 |
Fiction
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| Subject |
Short stories, Finnish
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
13394 |
| Release Date |
Sep 7, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Dec 18, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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