| Author |
Solkio, Olli |
| Title |
Isien teillä
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| Credits |
Produced by Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Isien teillä" by Olli Solkio is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around a group of schoolboys during a tumultuous time of political upheaval and war, as they navigate their identity and patriotism amid the backdrop of a nation in conflict. The main characters, including Arvo Partio and Poke, showcase the challenges and camaraderie of youth transitioning into adulthood during the struggle for freedom. The opening of the novel sets the stage in a Finnish school where the boys are inspired by the ideals of freedom and patriotism. They form a secret club called "Vapauden veljet" (Brothers of Freedom), dedicated to protecting their homeland from enemy influences. As the political atmosphere heightens with reports of revolution and conflict, Arvo and his friends experience the weight of impending war, making personal commitments to stand for their beliefs. Tension builds as they grapple with the fear and responsibility of joining in the fight for their country's future, illustrating the internal and external struggles that will define their characters as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
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| Subject |
Finland -- History -- Civil War, 1918 -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
52736 |
| Release Date |
Aug 6, 2016 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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