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100 1 _aOngelin, Hanna,
_d1848-1893
245 1 0 _aHelmi
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 2024-09-25
508 _aJari Koivisto and Tapio Riikonen
520 _a"Helmi: Dramatisk dikt" by Hanna Ongelin is a dramatic poem written in the late 19th century. The book is set in 12th-century Finland and explores themes of cultural conflict, identity, and the clash between pagan beliefs and Christianity. Through its poetic structure, the narrative reveals deep emotional undercurrents and the struggles faced by its characters. The story unfolds amid the backdrop of Finland's conversion to Christianity, focusing on the struggles of the titular character, Helmi, the daughter of a Finnish sorceress, and her connection to Aino, a young warrior. As conflict arises between the native Finnish culture and the invading forces led by King Erik and Bishop Henrik, Helmi's love and her desire to defend her heritage lead to tragic consequences. The characters grapple with their fates as they confront issues of sacrifice and loyalty amidst a rapidly changing world. The dramatic tension heightens as Helmi's intentions culminate in a poignant ending that reflects the broader themes of sacrifice, loss, and the yearning for one's identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cHelsingfors: U. W. Edlunds Förlag, 1872
653 _aFinland -- History -- To 1523 -- Drama
653 _aSwedish drama -- 19th century
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/74476
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