Vaarallinen kosinta ynnä muita kertomuksia by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson
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"Vaarallinen kosinta ynnä muita kertomuksia" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The primary tale, "Vaarallinen kosinta," revolves around the central character, Tore Nässet, and explores themes of love, rivalry, and the tensions that arise in a close-knit community, especially around the affection for the beautiful Aslaug. The opening of the book introduces a vibrant rural setting where young men vie for the attention
of Aslaug, fueling conflicts amongst themselves and provoking the ire of her protective father, Knud Husaby. As the narrative unfolds, we see Tore Nässet, a humble farm boy, engage in physical contests as he tries to win Aslaug's heart, leading to a fierce and humorous showdown with her family. Concurrently, Aslaug's own feelings are revealed, showcasing a blend of longing and despair as she reflects on her desire for Tore amidst the chaos. This segment effectively sets the tone for the charming yet tumultuous dynamics of love and rivalry within the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bjørnson, Bjørnstjerne, 1832-1910 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Koskelainen, Yrjö, 1885-1951 |
| Translator | Talvio, Maila, 1871-1951 |
| Title | Vaarallinen kosinta ynnä muita kertomuksia |
| Original Publication | Porvoo: WSOY, 1925. |
| Contents | Vaarallinen kosinta -- Iloinen poika -- Blakken -- Trond -- Isä -- Kotkanpesä -- Uskollisuutta -- Elämän arvoitus -- Karhuntappaja. |
| Credits | Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 48.6 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures |
| Subject | Norwegian fiction -- Translations into Finnish |
| Subject | Short stories, Norwegian -- Translations into Finnish |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 71947 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-71947-4 |
| Release Date | Oct 24, 2023 |
| Last Update | Oct 25, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 314 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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