Terhi, Kaarlo 1872-1921 creator text utu 2023 monographic fi 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Veikaten vihille: Romaani" by Kaarlo Terhi is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers on the life of the protagonist, who is a middle-aged bachelor navigating social interactions and expectations surrounding marriage, as he grapples with his identity and desire for companionship. The narrative is marked by humor and self-reflection, illuminating societal norms and personal struggles related to love and relationships. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the main character during a Kalle Day celebration in 1920, where he humorously reflects on the pressures of marriage and begins to realize that his single status is a source of ridicule among his peers. After a series of comical and slightly embarrassing incidents involving a misaligned tie and a bet on his marital status, he decides that he will marry by the end of the year. This decision brings him a newfound sense of peace as he contemplates the possibility of settling down, setting the stage for his search for a suitable partner as the story unfolds. The opening elegantly blends satire with serious themes, hinting at both personal growth and societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2023-08-29 Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen Originally published: Hämeenlinna: Arvi A. Karisto, 1915 Finnish fiction -- 20th century PH Hämeenlinna: Arvi A. Karisto, 1915 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/71520 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/71520 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134644.0 71520