Release date is 2015-02-02

E-text prepared by Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen

"Liput liehumassa" by Bjørnstjerne Bjørnson is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the lives of the inhabitants of a grand estate known as "Kartano," where themes of social hierarchy, power struggles, and the consequences of personal lives intertwine. The novel's main character appears to be John Kurt, who faces various familial and societal challenges throughout the narrative. At the start of the novel, the reader is introduced to the illustrious "Kartano," a vast estate whose history is marked by power dynamics, social ambitions, and personal tragedies. The narrative discusses the estate's origins dating back two centuries and highlights its earlier inhabitants, such as the German seafarer Curt, who married into the local nobility. As the story unfolds, we learn of various characters, including Konrad Kurt, known for his struggles with alcohol and familial connections, which significantly shape his identity and actions. The opening establishes a rich tapestry of life surrounding the estate, hinting at deeper emotional conflicts and societal issues that are likely to unfold as the story progresses. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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