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Lassila, Maiju
1868
1918
Untola, Algoth
Rantamala, Irmari
Tietäväinen, Algoth
Tietavainen, Algoth
Vatanen, J. I.
Mestari Nyke: Romaani, merkkiteos
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"Mestari Nyke: Romaani, merkkiteos" by Maiju Lassila is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a young boy named Nyke, who carries the title of "Mestari" or "Master," reflecting the high expectations placed upon him by his mother and the community. As the narrative unfolds, Nyke's interactions with the adults around him, including his mother, other village men, and local authorities, expose the themes of childhood, wisdom, and the burden of performance. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Nyke, a small boy who has just recently earned his first pair of trousers, a symbol of his transition into a more mature role. His excitement is quickly overshadowed by a mishap that causes him to soil them, leading to feelings of shame and anger. As Nyke grapples with bullying from older boys and the expectations placed on him, he feels isolated within his own home and community. The opening chapters highlight the tension between the world of children and the expectations of the adults, setting the tone for Nyke's journey of self-discovery amidst his struggles with identity and belonging. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 49.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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