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100	1		_aMeriläinen, Heikki, _d1847-1939
245	1	0	_aKuppari-Maija
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2005-07-27
508			_aProduced by Tapio Riikonen
520			_a"Kuppari-Maija" by Heikki Meriläinen is a narrative fiction that likely dates back to the early 20th century. The book tells the story of Maija, a woman who wanders from place to place, trying to make a living as a masseuse and cupping therapist due to her circumstances of not having a true home. The narrative paints a picture of Maija's struggles and her interactions within the rural community where her skills are both admired and challenged. The story follows Maija as she arrives at various homes, offering her services to those in need. She is often called upon to relieve physical ailments, particularly back pain, using her unique methods and local remedies. Her approach combines traditional healing techniques with a flair for the dramatic, as she recites incantations and uses unconventional tools like heated tools and animal horns while cupping. Throughout her journey, Maija faces both skepticism and gratitude from her clients, illustrating her determination and resilience as a woman in a man's world. Her experiences reflect her desire for acceptance and a sense of belonging, as her work often earns her recognition, yet she remains an outsider, constantly navigating her transient life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aFiction
653			_aShort stories
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16374
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