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100 1 _aVirtala, Ilma,
_d1886-1931
245 1 0 _aJääkärin sisko
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2024
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2024-05-01
508 _aJuhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen
520 _a"Jääkärin sisko" by Ilma Virtala is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book revolves around the lives of two young girls, Sanni and Anni, as they experience the tension and excitement of their cultural environment during the Finnish War of Independence era. The narrative explores themes of love, identity, and societal expectations, especially reflecting on the complexities of relationships with soldiers of Russia, as seen from the perspective of the protagonists. The opening of "Jääkärin sisko" introduces Sanni and Anni, who are sitting by a bridge, observing the summer solstice in Finland. As the vibrant sunset illuminates their surroundings, Sanni is enthusiastic about attending a dance that is rumored to be held by Russian soldiers, while Anni appears more reserved and pensive, struggling with her feelings about the event and the implications it carries. The girls' conversation reveals their differing personalities and ambitions, particularly Sanni's eagerness to embrace new experiences and Anni's cautious approach. Soon, they are approached by two soldiers, one of whom engages Anni’s attention, sparking a mix of excitement and anxiety within her regarding her unexpected attraction. This initial setup lays the groundwork for a story filled with youthful longing and the tension of cultural conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cJyväskylä: K. J. Gummerus Oy, 1918
653 _aFinnish fiction -- 20th century
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73512
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