02102cam a22003013u 4500 74722 UtSlPG 20260610134729.0 m cr n 260607r20241926utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fi iso639-1 PH Helanen, Vilho, 1899-1952 Ankarat tähdet Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2024 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2024-11-11 Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen "Ankarat tähdet: Romaani" by Vilho Helanen is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story takes place in Finland and revolves around the lives, aspirations, and relationships of its main characters, particularly focusing on young Pentti Kaira as he navigates complex themes of love, nationalism, and disillusionment, reflective of the historical context of the time. The opening of the novel introduces us to a scene filled with vibrant social interactions, where Pentti Kaira is engaging with a captivating young woman named Katherine during a gathering filled with music and laughter. Pentti appears enthralled by Katherine's charm, but as their conversation develops, it reveals deeper layers of introspection regarding their identities and national sentiments. Their playful banter becomes more serious, touching on themes of national pride, societal obligations, and personal disillusionment, which sets the emotional tone for the unfolding narrative. This portion of the novel deftly combines elements of romance and profound philosophical reflection, hinting at the bittersweet dichotomy of youth's optimism contrasted against the somber realities of their world. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: Porvoo: WSOY, 1926 Finnish fiction -- 20th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/74722 115447 115447