Our Little Finnish Cousin by Clara Vostrovsky Winlow
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"Our Little Finnish Cousin" by Clara Vostrovsky Winlow is a children's novel written in the early 20th century. This book is part of "The Little Cousin Series," which introduces young readers to various cultures through the eyes of children. The story is likely centered around siblings Juhani and Maja, as they navigate life in Finland, experiencing adventures, traditions, and the landscapes of their homeland. The opening of the narrative sets the scene
in early autumn within a Finnish forest, where we meet Juhani and Maja as they gather berries and row across the tranquil lake. Their interactions reveal their distinct personalities: Juhani is depicted as a stubborn yet curious boy, while Maja, though younger, displays a spirited demeanor. The siblings' journey includes encounters with local farmers, church gatherings, and celebrations that illustrate Finnish culture and community bonds. As they partake in these explorations, the story hints at the larger themes of growing up, cultural identity, and the beauty of the Finnish landscape, engaging young readers through its charming depiction of rural life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Winlow, Clara Vostrovsky, 1876- |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | O'Brien, Harriet |
| LoC No. | 18012017 |
| Title | Our Little Finnish Cousin |
| Credits |
Produced by Emmy, Beth Baran and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 78.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DK: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Russia, Former Soviet Republics, Poland |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Children -- Finland -- Juvenile literature |
| Subject | Finland -- Description and travel -- Juvenile literature |
| Subject | Finland -- Social life and customs -- Juvenile literature |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 43426 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-43426-1 |
| Release Date | Aug 9, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 493 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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