Niskureita : Historiallinen romaani Kustaa Vaasan viime vuosilta by Lauri Soini
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About this eBook
| Author | Soini, Lauri, 1875-1919 |
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| Title | Niskureita : Historiallinen romaani Kustaa Vaasan viime vuosilta |
| Original Publication | Helsinki: Otava, 1912. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 42.8 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | Sirkku-Liisa Häyhä-Karmakainen and Tapio Riikonen |
| Summary | "Niskureita: Historiallinen romaani Kustaa Vaasan viime vuosilta" by Lauri Soini is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative is set during the final years of King Gustav Vasa's reign, portraying the societal and political tensions of the time. The story explores themes of defiance against authority, local governance, and community life, focusing on characters like Henrik Pakila and his family as they navigate the challenges posed by royal decrees and the advent of unusual outsiders, including gypsies. At the start of the novel, the protagonist, Henrik Pakila, witnesses a confrontation between Mikael, a schoolmaster, and a royal messenger who demands young scholars for the king's service. This scene sets the stage for exploring authority and rebellion, as Mikael stands firm against the royal request, prioritizing the needs of his community. The opening also introduces Henrik’s children, particularly Marketta and her brother, as they show interest in the arrival of gypsies. The narrative foreshadows conflicts between tradition and change, highlighting the characters' relationships and aspirations amid the backdrop of a society in flux. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | Sweden -- History -- Gustav I Vasa, 1523-1560 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75159 |
| Release Date | Jan 20, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 254 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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