| Author |
Lönnrot, Elias, 1802-1884 |
| Translator |
Hahl, Jalmari, 1869-1929 |
| Title |
Elias Lönnrotin matkat II: 1841-1844
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 35.4 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Jari Koivisto and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Elias Lönnrotin matkat II: 1841-1844" by Elias Lönnrot is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work focuses on the travels and observations of Lönnrot, who is known for his contributions to Finnish literature and language studies, particularly during his expeditions in the early 19th century. The book chronicles Lönnrot's linguistic research and cultural encounters in various parts of Finland and Russia, along with his experiences documenting the languages and dialects of the regions he visited. The opening of the book introduces Lönnrot's travels beginning in 1841, emphasizing his mission for linguistic research, particularly in the Karjala region. As he embarks on his journey, Lönnrot encounters various challenges with passports and encounters with locals, illustrating the hospitality and complexity of interactions he faces along the way. Through personal diary entries, he details his observations of local customs, languages, and the socio-political landscape he navigates, setting the tone for an insightful exploration of language and culture amidst the backdrop of his travels. (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 |
Finland -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
56497 |
| Release Date |
Feb 4, 2018 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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