Talvi-iltain tarinoita 1 : Kuninkaan hansikas. Linnaisten kartanon viheriä kamari.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Topelius, Zacharias, 1818-1898

Contributor:

Jäämaa, Ilmari, 1888-1934

Language:

Finnish

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Talvi-iltain tarinoita 1" by Zacharias Topelius is a historical narrative written in the early 20th century. The work explores themes related to the history and memories surrounding King Gustav III of Sweden, particularly reflecting on how his reign impacted Finland during that era. The narrative is presented through various characters and anecdotes, including perspectives from individuals who lived during the king's time, weaving a sense of nostalgia and critique about the complexities of his rule. The opening of the narrative introduces the character of Lennart Croneld, a young messenger who embodies the juxtaposition of youthful enthusiasm and the harsh realities of war. It begins with reflections on Finnish history through the lens of a young student's confusion regarding historical events and their significance. As the story progresses, Croneld's urgent mission emerges amidst the backdrop of impending conflict, capturing the weight of expectations placed upon him as he navigates political intrigue while trying to serve his king. The vivid depiction of King Gustav III's controversial legacy, contrasted with personal stories, sets the tone for a nuanced exploration of historical memory and identity throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Tapio Riikonen

Notes:

Translations of "Kungens handske" and "Gröna kammarn i Linnais gård".

Reading ease score: 39.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Wikipedia page about this book: https://fi.wikipedia.org/wiki/Talvi-iltain_tarinoita

Release date is 2011-12-21