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Trolle, Henrik af
1829
1886
Trolle, H. (Henrik) af
Pelkonen, Lauri
P., Lauri
Kruunu ja okaita: Romantillinen kertomus suomalais-venäläisestä sodasta 1808-1809
Produced by Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
"Kruunu ja okaita: Romantillinen kertomus suomalais-venäläisestä sodasta" by H. af Trolle is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores the tumultuous period of the Finnish-Russian War from 1808 to 1809, centering on themes of heroism, honor, and patriotism amidst the backdrop of war. The narrative introduces key characters, including Lieutenant Taavetti Koiskinen and his son, Kaarlo Aukusti Koiskinen, as they navigate personal and national struggles against the larger context of conflict. The opening of the novel sets the stage for its historical context, detailing the events leading up to the conflict and the political maneuvers of figures like Napoleon, Tsar Alexander, and Sweden's King Gustav IV. It introduces Lieutenant Koiskinen, a veteran soldier who has earned respect and honor through his bravery, as he grapples with the emotional weight of his son’s involvement in a plot that leads to betrayal against the king and the country. The narrative reveals the sorrow and honor entwined in Koiskinen's life as he faces the implications of his son's actions, aiming for redemption and the bittersweet reality of war. This initial section lays the foundation for a story rich in personal and historical drama, promising readers an engaging exploration of loyalty, conflict, and the quest for honor. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 41.2 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Russo-Swedish War, 1808-1809 -- Fiction
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