| Author |
Caine, Hall, Sir, 1853-1931 |
| Translator |
Swan, Toini, 1870-1949 |
| Uniform Title |
The Woman Thou Gavest Me. Finnish
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| Title |
Vaimo, jonka minulle annoit
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 39.0 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Vaimo, jonka minulle annoit" by Sir Hall Caine is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the complexities of the human condition, particularly focusing on the relationship between men and women, as well as the societal expectations surrounding these dynamics. The main character introduced is Mary O'Neill, who embodies the struggles that many women face in their relationships with fathers, husbands, and society. The opening of the novel establishes a sense of foreboding and highlights Mary's difficult beginnings, marked by the circumstances of her birth during a tumultuous storm. It juxtaposes her father's fierce personality with his tumultuous history and aspirations, foreshadowing the familial conflicts that shape Mary's life. As the narrative unfolds, we learn about her strained relationship with her parents, particularly the oppressive dynamics with her father, setting the stage for an exploration of her identity as a woman in a challenging environment. The atmosphere is steeped in anticipation of how her life will evolve amidst these turbulent family relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Married women -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
49562 |
| Release Date |
Aug 1, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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