02219cam a22003253u 4500 63135 UtSlPG 20260610134444.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fi iso639-1 PH Brofeldt, Pekka, 1864-1945 Kansan keskeltä: Kolme kertomusta Savosta Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2020 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2020-09-06 Sikamainen kertomus -- Köyhän kirkkomatka -- Alku-opetusta. Tapio Riikonen "Kansan keskeltä: Kolme kertomusta Savosta" by Pekka Aho is a collection of stories written in the late 19th century. The work appears to explore themes of rural life and the experiences of everyday characters, with an emphasis on the relationship between humans and animals, particularly focusing on pigs in the initial tale. The narrative captures the essence of life in Savonia, highlighting local customs and the connection between the land and its inhabitants. The opening of the story begins with a pig foraging for food by the roadside, reflecting on its surroundings while trying to escape the attention of a curious boy. The scene sets a vivid picture of rural life, showing the interaction between the pig and the boy, and the tension between their worlds as the mother warns her child against disturbing the creature. As the pig continues to search for food, additional characters, including another pig and local children, are introduced, painting a broader picture of community life and the struggle for sustenance. The narrative draws readers into the daily realities of this rural setting, establishing a tone that balances humor and critical social commentary. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Short stories, Finnish Finnish fiction -- 19th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/63135 103959 103959