Jouluvieraita by Emil Fredrik Nervander

"Jouluvieraita" by Emil Fredrik Nervander is a collection of stories written in the early 20th century. The book likely revolves around the themes of Christmas, family, and the warmth of home, showcasing the relationships and traditions that define this festive season. The opening portion introduces us to two elderly sisters, Hedda and Roosa, who spend Christmas Eve preparing for the holiday, hinting at their past and inviting the reader into their nostalgic world. The opening of "Jouluvieraita" sets the scene on Christmas Eve in a modest home owned by siblings. As the elder sister, Hedda, busies herself in the kitchen baking festive treats, the reader learns about her sickly sister Roosa, who is confined to her bed. Their interactions are filled with warmth and humor as they discuss the joys of holiday preparations, showcasing their bond and the simple pleasures they derive from each other’s company despite the challenges they face. The atmosphere is made lively with the anticipation of visiting relatives, revealing a blend of sorrow and joy that defines the sisters' experiences during this cherished holiday. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Nervander, Emil Fredrik, 1840-1914
Title Jouluvieraita
Credits Produced by Matti Järvinen, Tuija Lindholm and Distributed Proofreaders Europe
Reading Level Reading ease score: 36.3 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Language Finnish
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Subject Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 20397
Release Date
Last Update Jan 1, 2021
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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