Israelitar: Kertomus

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Israelitar: Kertomus

by Maiju Lassila

FI·~3 hours·17 chapters

Chapters

17 total

ISRAELITAR

0:07

I.

12:07

II.

13:33

III.

12:58

IV.

10:54

V.

12:29

VI.

13:45

VII.

9:12

VIII.

9:15

IX.

8:57

Description

Set against a luminous mountain landscape, the story opens with Lea, the daughter of a respected farmer, perched on a hillside bathed in the soft glow of evening. Surrounded by quiet goats and swaying grasses, she savors a rare moment of peace, her thoughts drifting toward a secret hope that has been whispered through generations.

Lea's reverie is rooted in an old family prophecy spoken by a devout priest, promising that a child born of her line will bring a new era of peace. The narrative weaves together the lingering tensions between her father Sakeus and a rival clan, hinting at ancient promises of unity that still echo in her heart.

Amid the tranquil scenery, a tender attraction to Stefaan, a young man from the neighboring family, begins to stir. Their shy glances and unspoken words suggest a delicate balance between personal longing and the weight of ancestral vows, inviting listeners to follow Lea as she navigates love, duty, and the promise of a brighter future.

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Language

fi

Duration

~3 hours (192K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2016-06-09

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

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Maiju Lassila

1868–1918

Behind this pen name was a Finnish writer and journalist with a sharp eye for everyday life, rural comedy, and social satire. Best known for Tulitikkuja lainaamassa, he published under several names and left a distinctive mark on Finnish literature.

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