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Uniform Title: Gubben Strid och hunden Frid. Finnish
Title: Ukko Striid ja hänen koiransa
Original Publication: Porvoo: Werner Söderström, 1881.
Credits: Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Ukko Striid ja hänen koiransa" by Pehr Thomasson is a narrative work likely written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the titular character, Ukko Striid, and his loyal dog, exploring themes of companionship, loss, and resilience in the face of hardship. Through the portrayal of Striid, the book delves into the human condition, drawing on nostalgic elements of rural life and the emotional connections between man and his animal companions. At the start of the narrative, a small, meticulously maintained grave in a Stockholm churchyard sparks curiosity about its occupant, leading to the introduction of Ukko Striid and his dog, Friid. The story unfolds on a stormy evening, with the arrival of a letter that informs Striid’s friend, the widow Woogman, of her husband's tragic death at sea. Amidst her grief, she encounters Striid, a weathered old sailor with a rich history. Their meeting leads to a budding companionship, as they find solace in each other’s experiences of loss and survival, promising to support one another as they navigate their intertwined fates. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 47.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Author: Thomasson, Pehr, 1818-1883
Translator: Hagfors, Johan Fridolf, 1857-1931
EBook No.: 73183
Published: Mar 16, 2024
Downloads: 111
Language: Finnish
Subject: Swedish fiction -- Translations into Finnish
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Uniform Title: Gubben Strid och hunden Frid. Finnish
Title: Ukko Striid ja hänen koiransa
Original Publication: Porvoo: Werner Söderström, 1881.
Credits: Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Ukko Striid ja hänen koiransa" by Pehr Thomasson is a narrative work likely written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the titular character, Ukko Striid, and his loyal dog, exploring themes of companionship, loss, and resilience in the face of hardship. Through the portrayal of Striid, the book delves into the human condition, drawing on nostalgic elements of rural life and the emotional connections between man and his animal companions. At the start of the narrative, a small, meticulously maintained grave in a Stockholm churchyard sparks curiosity about its occupant, leading to the introduction of Ukko Striid and his dog, Friid. The story unfolds on a stormy evening, with the arrival of a letter that informs Striid’s friend, the widow Woogman, of her husband's tragic death at sea. Amidst her grief, she encounters Striid, a weathered old sailor with a rich history. Their meeting leads to a budding companionship, as they find solace in each other’s experiences of loss and survival, promising to support one another as they navigate their intertwined fates. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 47.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Author: Thomasson, Pehr, 1818-1883
Translator: Hagfors, Johan Fridolf, 1857-1931
EBook No.: 73183
Published: Mar 16, 2024
Downloads: 111
Language: Finnish
Subject: Swedish fiction -- Translations into Finnish
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.