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Järnefelt, Arvid
1861
1932
Kahila, Hilja
Jarnefelt, Arvid
Ihmiskohtaloja
Produced by Tapio Riikonen
"Ihmiskohtaloja" by Arvid Järnefelt is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story begins with a poignant scene at a busy dock where diverse groups of people gather to send off travelers on a ship heading abroad. Among them, a group of spirited university students stands out as they bid farewell to a friend, proclaiming their vision of a new era filled with hope and ideals. The narrative introduces several key characters, including a young bride and groom departing for their honeymoon, and a devout woman named Friida, who is on a spiritual mission to spread faith and hope. At the start of the novel, a sense of urgency and mingled emotions fills the air as the last bells toll for the ship’s departure. The varied scenes depict the vibrant life of those saying goodbye—students filled with zeal, a bridal party caught in a mix of joy and sorrow, and a group of believers sending off someone to preach the Gospel. Friida, the central figure of the spiritual narrative, engages deeply with a fellow traveler, encouraging them to find solace and strength in faith. As the ship sets sail, the initial chapter paints a rich tableau of human connection, societal struggles, and personal destinies that hint at broader themes of activism, love, and existential journeys to be explored throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 42.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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