Järventaus, Arvi 1883-1939 creator text utu 2015 monographic fi 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Risti ja noitarumpu: Olaus Sirman tarina" by Arvi Järventaus is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. The book revolves around Olaus Mathiae Sirma, a native Sámi who became the first chaplain of Enontekiö, and explores themes of cultural clash between Sámi traditions and Christian beliefs during a time of significant social change. The narrative promises to delve into Sirma's complex character, illustrating his talents, struggles with alcoholism, and ultimately his role in the community. The opening of the story takes place in the aftermath of Christmas and the arrival of the new year, as the sun re-emerges after a long darkness in the remote Enontekiö region. It portrays a vibrant scene at the church hill where people bustle about, preparing for a market day filled with trade and festivities. Amidst this lively atmosphere, Olaus Sirma, often referred to as "herr' Vuolevi," interacts with townsfolk, revealing the dynamic tensions and humor surrounding his character. As he navigates the day filled with commerce, social gatherings, and alcohol, the village's traditional values and the pressures from the church and the local authorities begin to clash, setting the stage for deeper explorations of Sirma's life and the era's conflicts. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2015-04-09 Produced by Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen Original publication data not identified Finnish fiction -- 20th century PH Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48671 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48671 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134123.0 48671