Kotka-Wappu: Kertomus Tyrolin vuoristosta by Wilhelmine von Hillern

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Author Hillern, Wilhelmine von, 1836-1916
Translator Löfgren, Elisabeth, 1851-1931
Title Kotka-Wappu: Kertomus Tyrolin vuoristosta
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Kotka-Wappu: Kertomus Tyrolin vuoristosta" by Wilhelmine von Hillern is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story focuses on the character of Walburga Stromminger, known as Wappu, a strong and fearless girl living in the Tyrolean mountains. The narrative explores themes of bravery, individual desire versus familial duty, and the struggles of young love in a traditional setting. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Wappu as she stands on a precipice, embodying a bold spirit that attracts both admiration and criticism from the local men. The narrative establishes her reputation as a mighty girl who is both beautiful and powerful, yet also hints at the oppressive nature of her father's control over her life choices. As the story unfolds, we witness Wappu's internal conflicts regarding her romantic interest in Jooseppi versus the impending pressure from her father to accept a suitor she does not love, highlighting the tension between her desires and societal expectations. The opening sets the stage for Wappu's journey, which promises to delve deeper into the struggles of love, rebellion, and self-identity against the harsh backdrop of Tyrolean life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Tyrol (Austria) -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 21631
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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