Kaunosielu : Kuvaus by Eino Leino

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Author Leino, Eino, 1878-1926
LoC No. 67119564
Title Kaunosielu : Kuvaus
Original Publication Helsinki: Otava, 1904.
Note Reading ease score: 42.8 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits Jari Koivisto
Summary "Kaunosielu: Kuvaus" by Eino Leino is a work of fiction likely written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the struggles of Erkki, who is caring for his ailing mother, while grappling with his complex feelings for Anni, a family member assisting with his mother’s care. The story encapsulates themes of grief, longing, and the bittersweet nature of familial relationships, set against a backdrop of domestic hardship and nostalgia. The opening of the book immerses readers in a tense atmosphere where Erkki's mother is gravely ill, creating a sense of urgency and desperation in her cries for exotic fruits that symbolize her lost vitality and desires. The scene is filled with poignant imagery, depicting the frailty of the mother, who once was resilient but is now reduced to longing for unattainable luxuries. Erkki's internal conflict is palpable; he oscillates between his duty to fulfill his mother's whims and his own sense of helplessness. Anni's role as a caretaker introduces a complex dynamic between the characters, hinting at deeper emotional ties and wrestles within the household. As the tragic state of their lives unfolds, readers are drawn into the vivid interplay of hope and despair that defines their interactions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Finnish
LoC Class PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Subject Finnish fiction -- 20th century
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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