02014cam a22003133u 4500 14569 UtSlPG 20260610133337.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fi iso639-1 PH Pakkala, Teuvo, 1862-1925 Lapsuuteni muistoja Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-01-03 Produced by Tapio Riikonen "Lapsuuteni muistoja" by Teuvo Pakkala is a semi-autobiographical novel likely written in the early 20th century. The book narrates the childhood experiences of a young boy named Kalle, highlighting the themes of poverty, innocence, and the struggles of growing up in a challenging environment. At the start of the narrative, readers are introduced to Kalle, who reflects on his carefree childhood despite the hardships faced by his family. The opening scenes depict Kalle's longing for food and his adventures with other boys, which temporarily distract him from his hunger and the reality of living in a small, shabby house with a sick mother and younger siblings. The writing captures the boy’s perspective vividly, portraying both the joys of play and the starkness of his surroundings, establishing a poignant contrast between youthful exuberance and the gravity of poverty. As Kalle interacts with his friends and attempts to bring home food for his family, the reader gets a glimpse into the social dynamics and camaraderie of childhood. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Pakkala, Teuvo, 1862-1925 Authors, Finnish -- 19th century -- Biography https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/14569 55957 55957