Väsynyt ja muita kertomuksia by Erkki Kivijärvi

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Author Kivijärvi, Erkki, 1882-1942
Title Väsynyt ja muita kertomuksia
Contents Väsynyt -- Syntymäpäivä -- Lyöntien lomissa -- Vuoksella -- Kuudes käsky -- Kahden puolen aitaa.
Credits Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Väsynyt ja muita kertomuksia" by Erkki Kivijärvi is a collection of short stories likely written in the early 20th century. The narratives explore themes of personal relationships, societal expectations, and the complexities of human emotions through a character-driven lens. The prominent character introduced in the opening, Telma Autere, embodies both charm and a deep-seated melancholy, as she interacts with others, revealing layers of her personality and the people around her. At the start of the collection, the narrative unfolds with a dreamlike account of a man's recollection of a spring night and discussions with Telma Autere. As they stroll, the man reflects on their context, sparking insights into her life and the people connected to her, including an old schoolmate, Birger Björklöf, whose past struggles juxtapose with Telma's vibrant yet troubled demeanor. Their conversation touches on themes of lost potential and the perception of women in society, hinting at complex interpersonal dynamics that will likely develop throughout the collection. This opening segment sets the tone for a deeper exploration of exhaustion in various forms, both literal and metaphorical, as characters navigate their emotional landscapes. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Subject Short stories, Finnish
Subject Finnish fiction -- 20th century
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EBook-No. 51431
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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