Työmiehiä: Romaani by Alexander Lange Kielland
"Työmiehiä: Romaani" by Alexander Lange Kielland is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story paints a vivid picture of life and society in Norway, touching upon themes of class struggle and the experiences of working people, likely reflecting the socio-political climate of that era. The opening introduces a cast of characters, including members of the bureaucratic class, who engage in both casual banter and more serious discussions about societalissues, suggesting a conflict between the ruling class and the working class. The opening of the novel sets the stage with a bustling city scene under a hot summer sun, detailing the discomfort of its inhabitants as they navigate both the physical heat and political tension. Key characters like Mortensen, an influential notary, and Örseth express their disdain for the working class, particularly in the context of upcoming civil rights for workers, hinting at larger societal conflicts. The narrative intricately weaves together personal interactions with broader social commentary, establishing a rich backdrop for exploring class dynamics and individual aspirations against the weight of institutional authority. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Kielland, Alexander Lange, 1849-1906 |
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| Translator | Pakkala, Teuvo, 1862-1925 |
| Uniform Title | Arbeidsfolk. Finnish |
| Title | Työmiehiä: Romaani |
| Note | Reading ease score: 40.1 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Tapio Riikonen |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Norwegian fiction -- Translations into Finnish |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 41193 |
| Release Date | Oct 27, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 70 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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