| Author |
Kivinen, Ilmari, 1883-1940 |
| Title |
Herra Kenonen matkoilla
Eräitä hänen elämyksiään maaseudulla ja kaupunkipaikoissakin
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 35.9 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Anna Siren and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Herra Kenonen matkoilla" by Ilmari Kivinen is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows the character Napoleon Bonaparte Kenonen, who reflects on his family's dynamics and his father's larger-than-life persona while embarking on an amusing journey that promises to reveal the complexities of their lives and relationships. The narrative is filled with humor and insight, showcasing both individual and familial quirks. At the start of the novel, Napoleon shares his thoughts about a previous book that chronicles his father's life, emphasizing how the narrative is skewed towards his father's accomplishments to the detriment of his sons. Following pressure from his brothers, Napoleon resolves to write about their experiences, leading to the introduction of their journey together. As they travel, the father displays his pompous demeanor, preparing for a speech while Napoleon offers his witty observations on their familial relationships, societal expectations, and the comedic misadventures that unfold during their travels. The opening sets the tone for a light-hearted yet insightful exploration of family and identity. (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. |
62613 |
| Release Date |
Jul 11, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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