| Author |
France, Anatole, 1844-1924 |
| Translator |
Sulju, Meri |
| Title |
Vallankumouskertomuksia
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 43.3 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Anatole France -- Vuonna kaksi -- Aamun sarastus -- Madame de Luzy -- Erään vapaaehtoisen muistelmia -- Anomalla saatu kuolemanrangaistus -- Pieni tinasotamies.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Vallankumouskertomuksia" by Anatole France is a collection of stories written in the late 19th century. This work captures narratives set against the backdrop of the French Revolution, reflecting on the tumultuous events and emotional landscapes experienced by its characters. France is known for his elegant prose, often infused with irony and critique, which is likely to be present in this collection as well. The opening of "Vallankumouskertomuksia" introduces us to Fanny d'Avenay, an imprisoned noblewoman who contemplates her situation after being accused of harboring exiles. She encounters another inmate, Autoinette d'Auriac, and reminisces about their past while grappling with the realities of impending death and the revolutionary fervor surrounding them. The story blends themes of friendship, love, and mortality in the context of a chaotic political climate, providing a poignant exploration of the human condition amid crisis. As Fanny reflects on her choices and the freedom she yearns for, the narrative invites readers to consider the personal costs of revolution and the complexity of relationships during such upheaval. (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 |
French fiction -- Translations into Finnish
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| Subject |
Short stories, French -- Translations into Finnish
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
55411 |
| Release Date |
Aug 22, 2017 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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