Inferno: Novelleja

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lehtimäki, Konrad, 1883-1937

Language:

Finnish

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Inferno: Novelleja" by Konrad Lehtimäki is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The narratives delve into the war-torn experiences of soldiers and civilians, exploring themes of love, loss, and the psychological scars left by conflict. The main character introduced is Arnold, a young officer grappling with the dual pressures of military duty and emotional turmoil as he contemplates the fate of his wife Marcella amidst the chaos of war. The opening of the work sets a poignant tone as Arnold prepares to leave for battle, exchanging tender goodbyes with his wife, who is gripped by fear and despair. Their conversation reveals both their love and the uncertainty surrounding his return, foreshadowing the horrors that await them due to the ongoing conflict. As the narrative unfolds, it shifts from intimate moments between Arnold and Marcella to the grim realities of war, including Arnold's bewildering experience in military skirmishes, the impact of violence, and the harrowing scenes of injured soldiers in a medical tent. The initial chapters skillfully balance personal relationships with the overarching brutality of war, leaving readers with a sense of impending tragedy and emotional weight. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

Pettymys

Kapina

Tykkihevonen

Sodan ääni

Lentävä hirvi

Kostaja.

Credits:

Produced by Tapio Riikonen

Notes:

Reading ease score: 42.0 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Release date is 2016-10-21