Author |
Åberg, J. O. (Johan Olof), 1843-1898 |
Translator |
Niemi, Herman, 1857-1922 |
Title |
Karhu-Antin Anni ja Spof'in pistooli: Kertomus Suomen sodan ajoilta 1808-09
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Note |
Reading ease score: 38.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Credits |
E-text prepared by Tapio Riikonen
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Summary |
"Karhu-Antin Anni ja Spof'in pistooli: Kertomus Suomen sodan ajoilta 1808-09" by J. O. Åberg is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The narrative is set during the Finnish War and revolves around the characters of Pekka, a young peasant determined to rescue his beloved Anni, who has been abducted by the Russians, and Spof, a wily corporal assisting him. The story unfolds with themes of bravery, love, and conflict against the backdrop of war-torn Finland. The opening portion of the text introduces us to the urgency of a pursuit along the Näsijärvi lake, where a group of Finnish soldiers and peasants, led by corporal Spof, are attempting to catch a fleeing Russian vessel suspected of carrying Anni. The tension escalates as Pekka reveals his emotional investment in rescuing her, expressing his determination and desire for a future together. As Pekka and his comrades engage in a desperate chase, they are fueled by camaraderie and the hope of bringing Anni back safely, while also facing the lurking dangers of war. The action is lively and sets the stage for further conflicts and character developments throughout the unfolding story. (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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Subject |
Russo-Swedish War, 1808-1809 -- Fiction
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
52035 |
Release Date |
May 10, 2016 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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