| Author |
Lehtimäki, Konrad, 1883-1937 |
| Title |
Rotkoista
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 50.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Marttyyrit -- Julma äiti -- Oliko se väärin? -- Kotitarkastus -- Tuomittu -- Murhaaja -- Taistelija -- Itsemurha.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Rotkoista" by Konrad Lehtimäki is a narrative work written in the early 20th century. The book encompasses poignant themes of martyrdom, love, and despair, touching upon heavy moral dilemmas faced by its characters. The opening portion introduces a dramatic scene where condemned prisoners are led to their execution, highlighting their interactions, emotional turmoil, and the inescapable reality of their fate. At the start of the narrative, the reader witnesses the somber procession of captives, bound and aware of their impending death. The atmosphere is charged with a mix of defiance and despair as they are surrounded by soldiers, and their collective song becomes a significant expression of sorrow and resistance. This scene sets the stage for exploring themes of sacrifice and the human spirit, as several characters grapple with their emotions in the face of mortality, ultimately leading to a complex commentary on the value and inevitability of life, suffering, and freedom. (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 |
Short stories, Finnish
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| Subject |
Finnish fiction -- 20th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
52383 |
| Release Date |
Jun 20, 2016 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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