Maria: Vanhan legendan mukaan by Arvid Järnefelt
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"Maria: Vanhan legendan mukaan" by Arvid Järnefelt is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book revolves around the life of a young woman named Maria, exploring themes of beauty, innocence, temptation, and societal expectations within a historical context, likely set in the biblical era. Through the lens of Maria’s journey, the author delves into human emotions and moral dilemmas, providing insight into the complexities of life and faith. The
story begins with Maria and her companion, Elisabet, walking to the city and discussing the nature of marriage and temptation. As they venture into town, Maria reveals her struggles with her desires and the pressures placed upon her by society. The narrative shifts between Maria’s feelings of innocence and the burgeoning reality of her situation as she grapples with love, longing, and the consequences of her choices. Notably, as various characters portray differing beliefs and societal roles, the overarching conflict also highlights the themes of faith and redemption, culminating in Maria’s transformative experiences as she navigates her identity amidst the cultural expectations of her time. Ultimately, the book presents a poignant exploration of the inner lives of women, their desires, and the burdens they carry within a patriarchal society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Järnefelt, Arvid, 1861-1932 |
|---|---|
| Title | Maria: Vanhan legendan mukaan |
| Credits | Produced by Jari Koivisto and Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 39.4 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Finnish fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 48121 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-48121-0 |
| Release Date | Jan 31, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 96 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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