Kalastajakadun kauppias: Novelli

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lassinen, Emil, 1861-1938

Language:

Finnish

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Kalastajakadun kauppias: Novelli" by Emil Lassinen is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the lives of two brothers, Tapani and Topias, along with their sister Vappu, focusing on their family's dynamics and experiences in rural Finland. As the narrative unfolds, it hints at themes of destiny, prosperity, and the pursuit of happiness in a changing world. At the start of the story, we are introduced to the Yli-Tuomo family, comprising the elder brother Tapani, the younger brother Topias, and their cherished sister Vappu. The opening chapters depict their upbringing, familial ties, and the relationships with neighboring families, including Simo, a boy who faces tragic misfortune. After the death of their father, the brothers navigate life challenges, with Topias contemplating a departure to seek his fortune in Helsinki. The interactions among these characters set a tone of both warmth and impending change, laying the groundwork for Topias's aspirations and the dynamics that will define his journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Tapio Riikonen

Notes:

Reading ease score: 53.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2011-02-16