Sotavanhuksen joulu by Zacharias Topelius

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Author Topelius, Zacharias, 1818-1898
Translator Manninen, Otto, 1872-1950
Title Sotavanhuksen joulu
Talvikuva 1859
Note Reading ease score: 62.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Sotavanhuksen joulu" by Zacharias Topelius is a dramatic play written in the late 19th century. The book depicts the life and struggles of a retired soldier, highlighting themes of remembrance, honor, and the harsh realities of the past. The story unfolds on Christmas Eve, framing the discussions and interactions among the characters within the context of a cold, wintry landscape in Finland. The play centers around Kaukonen, an elderly veteran struggling with the weight of his past, and Eero Boman, a young soldier who symbolizes hope and continuity. As Kaukonen reminisces about his fallen comrades and the battles of his youth, Eero seeks to honor this legacy while expressing his own desires to follow in his father’s footsteps. Briitta, a peasant widow, plays a crucial role as a nurturing figure, bringing warmth and food to the weary men. The narrative culminates in a poignant reflection on the sacrifices of the past and the promise of the future, as the characters come together in a spirit of shared remembrance and newfound connections during the Christmas season. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Drama
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EBook-No. 53790
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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