| Author |
Bonsels, Waldemar, 1881?-1952 |
| Translator |
Salovaara, Hannes, 1886-1935 |
| Uniform Title |
Die Biene Maja und ihre Abenteuer. Finnish
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| Title |
Maija-Mehiläisen ihmeelliset seikkailut : Lastenromaani
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| Original Publication |
Porvoo: WSOY, 1919.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 51.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Maija-Mehiläisen ihmeelliset seikkailut : Lastenromaani" by Waldemar Bonsels is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows the adventures of a young bee named Maija, who yearns for freedom and excitement beyond the confines of her beehive. As she embarks on her journey, readers are introduced to the enchanting world of insects, filled with both wonder and danger. The opening of the narrative introduces Maija as she awakens in her hive to the bustling life around her. She meets Kassandra, an elder bee who offers guidance during this tumultuous time when a rebellion stirs among the hive. Driven by curiosity and a desire for adventure, Maija expresses her willingness to explore the outside world, even as Kassandra warns her about the challenges she will face. The honey-laden atmosphere filled with urgency and the stirring events in the hive set the stage for Maija's impending journey towards discovering the joys and perils of the natural world. As she embarks on her first flight into the great outdoors, her exhilaration contrasts with the fears that elders like Kassandra harbor, foreshadowing the vibrant experiences awaiting her. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| Subject |
Bees -- Juvenile fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
73794 |
| Release Date |
Jun 8, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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