Parantumassa by Kalle Haapakoski

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Author Haapakoski, Kalle, 1867-1917
Title Parantumassa
Credits Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
Summary "Parantumassa" by Kalle Haapakoski is a novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative centers around a young man named Antti who has just returned home from business school, and he is confronted with family expectations, financial worries, and his own sense of disillusionment with life. The story delves into Antti's internal struggles as he navigates his responsibilities, familial relationships, and the societal pressures of his time. At the start of the novel, Antti faces a tense reunion with his parents after his schooling. His father pressures him about his financial expenditures during education, which introduces a heavy atmosphere of expectation and concern about the family's economic stability. As he interacts with his parents, especially the supportive yet anxious demeanor of his mother, readers glimpse his inner turmoil and sense of inadequacy. Antti finds himself reflecting on the mundane, possibly monotonous life awaiting him at home while trying to reconcile it with his desire for excitement and fulfillment. This opening sets the stage for Antti's journey toward self-discovery and transformation against the backdrop of rural life and domestic obligations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Subject Finnish fiction -- 19th century
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EBook-No. 60544
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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