02250cam a22003013u 4500 14385 UtSlPG 20260610133334.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fi iso639-1 PH Leino, Eino, 1878-1926 Työn orja Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-12-20 Produced by Tapio Riikonen "Työn orja" by Eino Leino is a novel written during the early 20th century, specifically in the context of a rapidly changing Finland. The story features the protagonist, Dr. Johannes Tamminen, a dedicated intellectual deeply immersed in his work and the political landscape of his time. Through his interactions with friends and acquaintances, particularly Topi Huotari, the narrative explores themes of ambition, societal expectations, and the challenges of personal relationships against a backdrop of individual struggles for success and recognition. The opening of "Työn orja" introduces us to Dr. Johannes Tamminen as he meets his old acquaintance, Topi Huotari, in Berlin. Their conversation reveals Tamminen's serious dedication to his work and his ambivalence toward social interactions, particularly with his fellow Finns. We learn about his solitary lifestyle, his longing for progress in both personal and professional realms, and his past struggles. As the chapter progresses, hints of a deeper, romantic backstory involving a woman named Signe Carp emerge, which foreshadows the internal and external conflicts that will shape Johannes's journey. His determination to complete his significant work on socialism and his feelings about loneliness and societal norms begin to intertwine, setting the stage for a rich exploration of human ambition and connection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/14385 55773 55773