Laukaus y.m. kertomuksia by Aleksandr Sergeevich Pushkin
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"Laukaus y.m. kertomuksia" by Aleksandr Sergeevich Pushkin is a collection of short stories written in the early 19th century. The book delves into themes of social interactions, personal honor, and the complexities of human emotions within a military setting, introducing characters like Silvio, a mysterious man with a past shrouded in secrecy, and his companions, military officers navigating life in a provincial town. The opening of the collection sets the scene in
a small Russian town where the life of a line regiment is portrayed through the daily routines of its officers. The story introduces Silvio, a seemingly aloof yet respected figure among the officers, known for his marksmanship and enigmatic past. During a gathering, tensions arise when a young officer carelessly provokes Silvio, leading to a dramatic confrontation. This incident leaves the officers speculating about Silvio's true nature and his reluctance to engage in duels, ultimately laying the groundwork for the unfolding drama surrounding personal honor and revenge as Silvio prepares to confront a past adversary. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Pushkin, Aleksandr Sergeevich, 1799-1837 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Soini, Lauri, 1875-1919 |
| Title | Laukaus y.m. kertomuksia |
| Contents | Alexander Pushkin -- Laukaus -- Aatelisneiti talonpoikaistyttönä -- Postimestari ja hänen tyttärensä. |
| Credits | Produced by Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 43.2 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PG: Language and Literatures: Slavic (including Russian), Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Russian fiction -- Translations into Finnish |
| Subject | Short stories, Russian -- Translations into Finnish |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 52895 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-52895-3 |
| Release Date | Aug 25, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 106 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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