Painuva päivä; Elämän koreus; Leirivalkeat; Ajatar; Syreenien kukkiessa by Leino
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About this eBook
Author | Leino, Eino, 1878-1926 |
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Title | Painuva päivä; Elämän koreus; Leirivalkeat; Ajatar; Syreenien kukkiessa |
Credits | Produced by Tapio Riikonen |
Summary | "Painevä päivä; Elämän koreus; Leirivalkeat; Ajatar; Syreenien kukkiessa" by Eino Leino is a collection of poetic works written during the early 20th century. This anthology showcases the depth and beauty of human emotions, nature, and the struggles for freedom, using rich imagery and lyrical language that reflects the complexities of life in Finland during a time of cultural awakening and social change. The opening of this collection presents the poem "Painuva päivä," which sets a poignant tone for the themes to follow. The poem is a dialogue between a person feeling overwhelmed by life's demands and the personification of the day itself, representing both time's relentless passage and the mortal struggle against despair. Various images of nature and existential reflections intertwine as the speaker grapples with feelings of helplessness and a yearning for meaning amidst life's challenges. The subsequent pieces introduce characters and scenarios that highlight personal and national identity, resonating with the collective consciousness of the time. Overall, the beginning of this anthology invites readers into a world where beauty, struggle, and the quest for freedom are intricately woven together. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | Finnish |
LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
Subject | Poetry |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 14774 |
Release Date | Jan 24, 2005 |
Most Recently Updated | Dec 19, 2020 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads | 134 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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