Kruunu ja okaita: Romantillinen kertomus suomalais-venäläisestä sodasta 1808-1809

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Kruunu ja okaita: Romantillinen kertomus suomalais-venäläisestä sodasta 1808-1809

by Henrik af Trolle

FI·~11 hours

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Description

A sweeping, romantic portrait of the Finnish‑Russian war of 1808‑1809 unfolds against the turbulent backdrop of Napoleonic Europe. The narrative weaves together battlefield drama, diplomatic intrigue, and the personal struggles of soldiers and civilians caught in the clash of empires. From the desperate flight of refugees to the tense negotiations in distant courts, the story captures the uncertainty and hope that defined a nation on the brink.

Through vivid scenes—stormy seas, forest skirmishes, and quiet moments by a window—the author introduces a cast of memorable figures: a steadfast commander bearing a crown, a determined young woman in Brahe, and a messenger racing against fate. Their intertwining paths reveal the human side of war, where honor, love, and survival collide. Listeners will be drawn into a richly textured world where history and romance meet, offering both a thrilling glimpse of conflict and a poignant reflection on the cost of freedom.

Details

Language

fi

Duration

~11 hours (641K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2015-05-11

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Henrik af Trolle

Henrik af Trolle

1829–1886

A Swedish naval officer who also turned to fiction, he wrote sea novels and stories shaped by a life close to ships and the coast. His work brings together adventure, discipline, and a strong sense of place.

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