Aleksis Kivi
Aleksis Kivi, born Alexis Stenvall, was a Finnish author who is widely regarded as the national writer of Finland. His most famous work is the novel 'Seven Brothers' (Seitsemän veljestä), which depicts the lives, struggles, and eventual personal growth of seven brothers living in rural Finland. Kivi's works are celebrated for their rich depiction of the Finnish landscape and culture, as well as their pioneering use of the Finnish language in literature at a time when Swedish was the dominant language in Finland. Despite facing criticism during his lifetime, Kivi's legacy has grown over time, and he is now considered a key figure in Finnish literature.
Books
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1. Seven Brothers
This classic novel from Finnish literature tells the story of seven brothers who struggle with societal norms and expectations in 19th-century Finland. The brothers, living on their ancestral farm, are unruly and resistant to education and religious conformity, leading them into conflicts with local villagers. Opting for a life of independence and freedom, they retreat into the wilderness, where they face the challenges of survival and the process of self-discovery. Through their adventures and misadventures, the novel explores themes of individualism, brotherhood, and the tension between civilization and nature, all while celebrating the Finnish language and landscape.
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