02107cam a22003013u 4500 74952 UtSlPG 20260610134733.0 m cr n 260607r20241920utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fi iso639-1 PH Talvio, Maila, 1871-1951 Valkea huvila 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 2024-12-20 Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen "Valkea huvila : Novelli" by Maila Talvio is a novella written in the early 20th century. This poignant story delves into the aftermath of a tragic train accident that profoundly affects its victims and their families, particularly focusing on the characters of Maria and her daughter Saima. The narrative unfolds a tapestry of grief, societal criticism, and hope against the backdrop of a changing world, woven into the lives of its characters as they navigate through pain and loss. At the start of the novella, a devastating train accident is recounted, marking a beautiful spring evening turned tragic. The accident leaves behind a scene of horror, claiming the life of Maria and injuring her daughter, Saima. Amidst the chaos, the old switchman, Ukko Trast, tries to save the injured girl, who is on the brink of death. As the community rallies together, various characters reflect on the harsh realities of life and death, societal injustice, and the weight of helplessness in the face of tragedy. The opening sets a vivid, somber tone that invites readers to witness the profound emotional turmoil of the characters while hinting at the resilience of the human spirit in adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: Porvoo: WSOY, 1920 Finnish fiction -- 20th century https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/74952 115677 115677