| Author |
Fellman, Jakob Esaiaksenpoika, 1795-1875 |
| Editor |
Meurman, A. (Agathon), 1826-1909 |
| Title |
Poimintoja Jaakko Fellmanin muistiinpanoista Lapissa
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| Original Publication |
Porvoo: WSOY, 1907.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 30.1 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Poimintoja Jaakko Fellmanin muistiinpanoista Lapissa" by A. Meurman is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work compiles the observations and experiences of Jaakko Fellman, a Finnish pastor who served in the northern regions of Lapland during the early 19th century, highlighting both his personal journey and the cultural aspects of the indigenous Sámi people. The likely topic of the text revolves around Fellman’s life, his commitment to his congregation, and descriptions of the social, cultural, and environmental conditions in Lapland at that time. The opening of the account introduces Jaakko Fellman, who shares details about his appointment as the parish priest in Utsjoki and Inari, and describes his challenges in adapting to the harsh conditions of the Lapland wilderness. He recounts his journey to his new posting, detailing the difficulties faced en route, including extreme weather and isolation. Fellman reflects on his efforts to support and educate the local Sámi population, emphasizing his desire to improve their material conditions while also documenting their traditions and belief systems. The narrative sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Fellman’s impact on the community and the intricate relationship between the indigenous people and the changing socio-political landscape of early 19th century Finland. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
DL: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Northern Europe, Scandinavia
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| Subject |
Lapland -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
73424 |
| Release Date |
Apr 18, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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