| Author |
Bordeaux, Henry, 1870-1963 |
| Translator |
Hollo, J. A. (Juho Aukusti), 1885-1967 |
| Uniform Title |
Yamilé sous les cèdres. Finnish
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| Title |
Seetrien alla : Romaani
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| Original Publication |
Finland: WSOY, 1925.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 34.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Seetrien alla: Romaani" by Henry Bordeaux is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative is set against the backdrop of the rich and tumultuous history of Lebanon, particularly focusing on themes of love and familial bonds amidst deep-seated sectarian conflicts. The central characters are Omar and Jamile, whose love story becomes the centerpiece of a narrative interwoven with historical and cultural intricacies of the region. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to the picturesque yet conflicted landscape of Lebanon, where the beauty of the cedar forests serves as a stark contrast to the historical animosities that plague its people. The opening sets the stage for a passionate tale by highlighting the tragic love between Omar and Jamile, both caught in the crosshairs of religious and familial expectations. The initial chapters delve into the complexities of their relationship, as well as tantalizing glimpses into their affiliations and the larger socio-political context of the time, suggesting a narrative filled with longing, nostalgia, and the haunting shadow of the past. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
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| Subject |
Love stories
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| Subject |
Elopement -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Interfaith marriage -- Fiction
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| Subject |
French fiction -- 20th century
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| Subject |
Lebanon -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
71076 |
| Release Date |
Jun 30, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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