| Author |
Heidenstam, Verner von, 1859-1940 |
| Translator |
Rytkönen, Antti, 1870-1930 |
| Title |
Voittojen päiviltä
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| Original Publication |
Helsinki: Kansanvalistusseura, 1911.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 32.7 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Voittojen päiviltä" by Verner von Heidenstam is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book centers on the tumultuous events of the Thirty Years' War, particularly highlighting the struggle between Protestant and Catholic forces in Europe. It delves into the lives of key figures such as King Gustavus Adolphus of Sweden and his challenges against the Habsburg forces led by Emperor Ferdinand II. At the start of the novel, the scene is set in Prague, where Protestant factions, angered by the closure of their churches, boldly confront the imperial authority. The narrative introduces the tensions that escalate into war, as characters grapple with issues of faith, freedom, and leadership amidst the backdrop of armament and political maneuvering. Key figures, including Christian soldiers and the influential Wallenstein, emerge as central to the unfolding drama, foreshadowing the significant battles to come. The vivid descriptions and historical detail invite readers into a landscape marked by conflict, ambition, and a quest for religious and national identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
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| Subject |
Sweden -- History -- Gustav II Adolf, 1611-1632 -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
72097 |
| Release Date |
Nov 11, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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