02089cam a22003253u 4500 45330 UtSlPG 20260610134036.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG sv iso639-1 PT Lindman, Volmar, 1861-1939 Arvid Kurck och hans samtida Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-04-06 Produced by Tapio Riikonen "Arvid Kurck och hans samtida" by Volmar Lindman is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the medieval history of Finland, particularly focusing on the life and legacy of the notable Kurck family, tracing their lineage back to ancient times. The narrative likely explores themes of power, conflict, and family dynamics during a transformative era in Finnish history. The opening portion introduces Laukko gård as the ancestral seat of the influential Kurck family and recounts a legendary tale involving Mathias Kurck. It describes his encounters with a formidable giant, Potko, amidst conflicts with various foes. As the story unfolds, Mathias demonstrates bravery and cunning, ultimately overcoming the giant through a clever trick, which garners him recognition and a legacy that continues through his descendants, culminating in the life of Arvid Kurck, the last male representative of the line. The narrative sets a tone of rich historical storytelling, interwoven with noble aspirations and the harsh realities of medieval life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Historical fiction Finland -- History -- To 1523 -- Fiction Kurck, Arvid, 1464-1522 -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45330 86169 86169