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Title: Heräävä heimo
Original Publication: Porvoo: WSOY, 1926.
Credits: Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Heräävä heimo" by Vilho Helanen is a dramatic play set in the early 20th century, specifically during the tumultuous period of the Estonian War of Independence in January 1919. The narrative unfolds in a village in Northern Estonia, focusing on the struggles of a family caught in the conflict between Estonian forces and the advancing Russian troops. The story explores themes of patriotism, sacrifice, and the fight for national identity. The play centers around Dr. Jaan Järv, his wife Linda, and their children Kaarel and Salme, as they navigate the horrors of war and the personal turmoil that accompanies it. Kaarel, a soldier, is haunted by his experiences in battle, while Salme becomes a symbol of courage and determination. The arrival of Finnish volunteers offers a glimmer of hope amid despair. Tension escalates with the entrance of the Russian lieutenant Vasilij Aleksandrovitš, who poses a threat to Salme's safety. Ultimately, the narrative culminates in a dramatic conclusion where sacrifice and heroism are on full display as characters confront their fates, reflecting the broader struggle for freedom and independence facing their nation. Through its poignant dialogue and intense emotions, the play captures the essence of a society on the brink of transformation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 56.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Helanen, Vilho, 1899-1952
EBook No.: 75090
Published: Jan 12, 2025
Downloads: 100
Language: Finnish
Subject: Finnish drama -- 20th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Heräävä heimo
Original Publication: Porvoo: WSOY, 1926.
Credits: Tapio Riikonen
Summary: "Heräävä heimo" by Vilho Helanen is a dramatic play set in the early 20th century, specifically during the tumultuous period of the Estonian War of Independence in January 1919. The narrative unfolds in a village in Northern Estonia, focusing on the struggles of a family caught in the conflict between Estonian forces and the advancing Russian troops. The story explores themes of patriotism, sacrifice, and the fight for national identity. The play centers around Dr. Jaan Järv, his wife Linda, and their children Kaarel and Salme, as they navigate the horrors of war and the personal turmoil that accompanies it. Kaarel, a soldier, is haunted by his experiences in battle, while Salme becomes a symbol of courage and determination. The arrival of Finnish volunteers offers a glimmer of hope amid despair. Tension escalates with the entrance of the Russian lieutenant Vasilij Aleksandrovitš, who poses a threat to Salme's safety. Ultimately, the narrative culminates in a dramatic conclusion where sacrifice and heroism are on full display as characters confront their fates, reflecting the broader struggle for freedom and independence facing their nation. Through its poignant dialogue and intense emotions, the play captures the essence of a society on the brink of transformation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 56.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Helanen, Vilho, 1899-1952
EBook No.: 75090
Published: Jan 12, 2025
Downloads: 100
Language: Finnish
Subject: Finnish drama -- 20th century
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.