| Author |
Godenhjelm, B. F. (Bernhard Fredrik), 1840-1912 |
| Title |
Runous ja runouden muodot: Kirjoitelmia. Runoja.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 18.9 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Tapio Riikonen
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| Summary |
"Runous ja runouden muodot: Kirjoitelmia. Runoja." by B. F. Godenhjelm is a scholarly work on poetry and its various forms written in the early 20th century. The text appears to focus on the theoretical and aesthetic aspects of poetry, exploring its role in societal and cultural contexts while also analyzing specific examples. The author, who was a significant figure in Finnish literature and education, likely draws upon classical influences as well as contemporary issues facing the Finnish language and identity. At the start of the book, the author reflects on the ever-present human desire to find higher meaning in life's diverse phenomena. Godenhjelm discusses the relationship between art, human existence, and the pursuit of ideals, arguing that true art serves to express and illuminate the underlying truth and beauty of creation. He introduces concepts of aesthetics, the function of poetry, and its evolution throughout history, establishing a foundation for the deeper discussions that will follow in the text. The prefatory sections suggest that Godenhjelm intends to examine poetry not just as a form of entertainment but as a vital element of cultural expression and human experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures
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| Subject |
Poetry
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| Subject |
Essays
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| Subject |
Poetry -- History and criticism
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
44042 |
| Release Date |
Oct 26, 2013 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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