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100 1 _aKallio, O. A.
_q(Oskar Albin),
_d1874-1940
245 1 0 _aElias Lönnrot
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2017
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2017-12-25
508 _aE-text prepared by Jari Koivisto
520 _a"Elias Lönnrot" by O. A. Kallio is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The work focuses on the life of Elias Lönnrot, a pivotal figure in Finnish literature and culture, who is known for compiling the Finnish national epic, the Kalevala. The narrative explores Lönnrot’s formative years, struggles, and contributions to the Finnish language and literature. At the start of "Elias Lönnrot," the author outlines Lönnrot's upbringing in a modest rural setting in Finland, detailing his family background and the hardships they faced. Through vivid descriptions, we learn about his childhood, emphasizing the influence of nature on his character and intellect. The text highlights Lönnrot's early education, his insatiable appetite for learning, and the pivotal moments that shaped his aspirations, such as his decision to leave home for school despite his family's financial constraints. This initial portion establishes not only Lönnrot’s humble beginnings but also sets the stage for his extraordinary journey as he becomes a key figure in preserving Finnish culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aLönnrot, Elias, 1802-1884
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56252
999 _c97083
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