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2017-11-05
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Onerva, L.
1882
1972
Lehtinen, Hilja Onerva
Lehtinen, Onerva
Madetoja, Hilja Onerva
Streng, Hilja Onerva
Mies ja nainen: Novelleja
Pikku tyttöjä: Elina. Inkeri -- Eronneita: Eri aikoina. Hävittävää voimaa. Lohduttajat -- Näyttämö-kuvitelmia: Yksinäisyys. Autius.
Produced by Tapio Riikonen
"Mies ja nainen: Novelleja" by L. Onerva is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. This work delves into themes of love, identity, and the complexities of human relationships, particularly through the lens of female character experiences. The stories likely explore the emotional and societal challenges faced by the protagonists as they navigate their desires, ambitions, and the age-old dynamics between men and women. The opening of the collection introduces two distinct characters, Elina and Inkeri, each representing different aspects of woman's experience and perspective. Elina, a vibrant and youthful girl, is depicted as she wanders the streets of Berlin, caught between societal expectations and her yearning for deeper connections, particularly with men. Her infatuation with a Czech poet symbolizes her longing for adventure and artistic passion, while her mother's authority and societal norms pull her back into a world of expectations. In contrast, Inkeri's character is introduced as calm and introspective, traveling to Italy for her health with an older woman who harbors her own sadness. Their interactions suggest an exploration of self-discovery, personal growth, and the search for meaningful relationships in a changing world. The beginning sets the stage for a nuanced exploration of the lives of women in an era marked by both freedom and restriction. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 54.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Short stories, Finnish
Finnish fiction -- 20th century
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