Me

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Finne, Jalmari, 1874-1938

Language:

Finnish

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Me" by Jalmari Finne is a critical social commentary written in the early 20th century. The work explores the author's reflections on Finnish identity, culture, and the societal trends of his time, with a sharp focus on self-satisfaction and hypocrisy among various groups within society. At the start of the book, the author addresses the reader directly, discussing the Finnish tendency to use the pronoun "we" as a substitute for "I." He criticizes the collective narcissism of the Finnish people, suggesting that they often project an inflated sense of self-importance. The author positions himself as both an observer and participant in this behavior, engaging in a reflective exploration of literature and criticism. He challenges the reader to confront their own complacency and the superficial nature of Finnish societal norms, indicating that his writing will serve as a form of both introspection and critique. Overall, he sets the tone for a satirical examination of various societal roles, from critics to artists, underscoring the pervasive culture of self-deception and criticism in Finland. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

Lukijat

Arvostelijat

Sivistyneet

Siveelliset

Näyttelijät

Taiteilijat

Sanomalehtimiehet

Ylioppilaat

Pyhimykset ja marttyyrit

Elätit.

Credits:

Tapio Riikonen

Notes:

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

Release date is 2020-07-04