TY - BOOK AU - Poppius,Abraham AU - Bergholm,A.H. TI - Abraham Poppius AV - PH PY - 2023/// CY - Salt Lake City, UT PB - Project Gutenberg KW - Finnish poetry -- 19th century KW - Poppius, Abraham, 1793-1866 N1 - Release date is 2023-11-24; Tuula Temonen; Originally published; Helsinki: Suomalaisen Kirjallisuuden Seura, 1899 N2 - "Abraham Poppius: elämäkerta ja runot" by Abraham Poppius and A. H. Bergholm is a biographical account combined with a collection of poetry written in the late 19th century. The work primarily focuses on the life, literary contributions, and personal experiences of Abraham Poppius, a significant figure in Finnish literature known for his efforts in preserving and cultivating Finnish culture and language. The opening of the biography establishes Poppius’s connections to his ancestry, detailing his family's historical significance and outlining his early life in rural Finland. We see glimpses of his character as a young man, his friendships with notable contemporaries, and his intellectual pursuits, particularly his interest in Finnish folklore and poetry. As Poppius navigates his educational journey, we come to understand his aspirations and struggles, which lay the foundation for his later literary endeavors. This initial section not only sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of Poppius’s life but also hints at the cultural and historical context of Finland during that period, making for an engaging read for those interested in Finnish history and literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.) UR - https://digi.kansalliskirjasto.fi/aikakausi/binding/498423?page=6 UR - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/72218 ER -