Maamme kirja

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Topelius, Zacharias, 1818-1898

Contributor:

Cajander, Paavo Emil, 1846-1913

Standardized Title:

Boken om vårt land. Finnish

Language:

Finnish

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Maamme kirja" by Zacharias Topelius is a cultural and nationalistic work written in the late 19th century. This text celebrates Finland, encompassing themes of patriotism, nature, cultural heritage, and the importance of the home. It is an exploration of the Finnish landscape, identity, and history, likely aiming to instill a sense of pride among its readers. The opening of the text introduces the reader to the concept of "home," both in a personal and national context. The narrator reflects on their childhood experiences, expressing a heartfelt connection to their small home while grappling with the broader notion of what it means to love one's country, or "isänmaa." They share poignant memories of daily life and the warmth of familial love, framing the home as the foundational element of patriotism. Throughout this portion, themes of duty, gratitude, and the sacrifices made by forebearers for the homeland begin to take shape, providing insight into the profound relationship between the individual and their country. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Kristiina Tammitie and Tapio Riikonen

Notes:

Wikipedia page about this book: https://fi.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maamme_kirja

Reading ease score: 40.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Release date is 2015-08-04