Bang, Herman 1857-1912 creator Soini, Lauri 1875-1919 text utu 2005 monographic fi 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Väkevin: Kummallinen kertomus" by Herman Bang is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book explores themes of existentialism and the complexities of human desire through its main character, François Carville, who interacts with a diverse group of individuals in a charged atmosphere. The narrative presents a blend of reality and mysticism, suggesting a deeper exploration of the human psyche. The opening of the novel introduces a group of characters gathered in an animal garden during a thunderstorm. They are captivated by the bizarre atmosphere surrounding them, which includes exotic animals and the eerie sound of music playing. Among the characters, François Carville is notably restless, reflecting on unsettling thoughts as they converse about existential themes, including the power of will and the supernatural. The setting and the ensuing discussions evoke an ambiance of tension and anticipation, setting the stage for the unfolding drama and the exploration of the intricate relationships and hidden motivations between the characters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2005-07-05 Produced by Matti Järvinen, Tuija Lindholm and Distributed Proofreaders Europe Original publication data not identified Danish fiction -- Translations into Finnish PT Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16212 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16212 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133359.0 16212