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Salmela, Marja
1875
1924
Stenroth, Naemi Maria
Stenroth, Maria
Palaavien parissa
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"Kunnes kuolema meidät eroittaa" -- Ilja Riffkin -- Paul Pavlovitsin kasvot -- Vierustoverit -- Suuri todistajain joukko.
Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
"Palaavien parissa" by Marja Salmela is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story explores the deep emotional scars left by war as it follows characters dealing with loss, suffering, and the burden of separation. The opening introduces a poignant atmosphere filled with the struggles of returning soldiers and their loved ones, particularly focusing on themes of motherhood and the pain of separation caused by conflict. At the start of the novel, we witness the return of war-torn individuals to their homeland, highlighting both the external celebrations and their internal suffering. Two main characters, a woman on a night train and her fascinating travel companion, engage in a deeply personal conversation about their struggles and losses related to the war. Through their exchange, the narrative paints a vivid picture of heartbreak, love, and resilience, catalyzed by the backdrop of impending pain and uncertainty due to the war. Tamara, one of the characters, shares her fears about her husband Boris, who is at the front lines, revealing her vulnerable state and the weight of her emotional burden. The opening sets a somber yet intimate tone, drawing readers into the characters' complexities and their intertwining fates amid the ravages of war. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Short stories, Finnish
Finnish fiction -- 20th century
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