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2004-12-29
Public domain in the USA.
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Päivärinta, Pietari
1827
1913
Paivarinta, Pietari
Elämäni
Produced by Tapio Riikonen
"Elämäni" by Pietari Päivärinta is a semi-autobiographical narrative written during the late 19th century, depicting the struggles and experiences of a young boy growing up in a poor family. The book illustrates the themes of poverty, resilience, and the importance of family values, following the main character as he recounts his challenging childhood and the trials faced by his parents in providing for their numerous children. The opening of the narrative introduces the protagonist's early life, revealing the dire poverty in which he and his family live. The boy recalls being born to hardworking but destitute parents who strive to support their large family. Circumstances worsen when the father falls ill, pushing the protagonist to take on the burden of begging to help provide for the family. As he embarks on this challenging task, he grapples with feelings of despair and humiliation yet also finds solace in memories and lessons imparted by his parents. In this reflective and poignant beginning, the reader is quickly drawn into the emotional weight of the protagonist's experiences, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of his journey through hardship and the values that guide him. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 36.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Autobiographies
Päivärinta, Pietari, 1827-1913
Authors, Finnish -- 19th century -- Biography
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