Kangastuksia; Talvi-yö; Halla; Tähtitarha

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Leino, Eino, 1878-1926

Language:

Finnish

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Kangastuksia; Talvi-yö; Halla; Tähtitarha" by Eino Leino is a collection of poetry written in the early 20th century. This work showcases a rich tapestry of themes, reflecting on nature, existence, myth, and the human experience, encompassing various figures and tales that resonate with Finnish cultural heritage. At the start of this collection, the opening piece, "Jumalan tammi" (God's Oak), introduces readers to the profound dialogue between a man and a mighty oak tree, seen as a divine being. The man, seeking solace, converses with the tree about suffering and existence while contemplating the essence of life and mortality. Through vivid imagery and lyrical exploration, the oak speaks of the burdens of life, urging acceptance of pain as a path to growth. This discourse sets a contemplative tone for the collection, inviting readers to reflect on deeper existential themes interwoven throughout Leino's works. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Tapio Riikonen

Notes:

Reading ease score: 60.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2005-01-17