Helmivyö: Suomalaista runoutta

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Krohn, Julius, 1835-1888

Language:

Finnish

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Helmivyö: Suomalaista runoutta" by Julius Krohn is a collection of Finnish poetry compiled in the mid-19th century. This anthology focuses on gathering beautiful Finnish-language poems from various sources, aiming to present them for public enjoyment rather than limiting them to scholarly circles. Through this collection, the reader can expect to encounter a mix of traditional and contemporary poetic voices that represent the cultural landscape of Finland. At the start of the collection, the author provides a preface that emphasizes the importance of unity among poets, likening their individual talents to branches of a tree that can thrive only when connected. Krohn explains his intent to compile poems scattered across newspapers and books, making them accessible to a wider audience. He acknowledges the diversity of contributions from various poets, setting the tone for a harmonious assembly of Finnish literary works that celebrate both nature and human experience. The opening section showcases a rich tapestry of Finnish poetry, hinting at themes of community, beauty, and cultural identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Jari Koivisto

Notes:

Reading ease score: 50.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2015-05-29