Maalaiskuvia 2: Kokoelma novelleja by Väinö Kataja
"Maalaiskuvia 2: Kokoelma novelleja" by Väinö Kataja is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The work depicts rural life in Finland, exploring various themes and characters often rooted in the countryside's culture and struggles. The stories delve into the lives of farmers, their challenges, and the intertwined relationships within their communities. At the start of the collection, the story "Niittymatoja hävittämässä" introduces the character Aukusti Joakim, whois alarmed by the appearance of invasive 'niittymadot' (meadow worms) devastating his fields. As he observes the damage, he grapples with frustration and considers retaliatory measures against his neighbor. The narrative captures his interactions with fellow villagers and an agronomist sent to help address the infestation, revealing local attitudes and the communal response to agriculture-related issues. The opening establishes a humorous yet poignant portrayal of rural life and camaraderie amid adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Kataja, Väinö, 1867-1914 |
|---|---|
| Title | Maalaiskuvia 2: Kokoelma novelleja |
| Note | Reading ease score: 52.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Tapio Riikonen |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Finnish fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 51506 |
| Release Date | Mar 19, 2016 |
| Most Recently Updated | Mar 20, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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