The Maid Silja by Frans Eemil Sillanpää
Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Finland, this poignant narrative follows the life of a young woman from a rural village, whose journey is marked by the harsh realities of poverty and societal expectations. As she navigates through the complexities of love, loss, and longing, her story unfolds with a deep sense of introspection and emotional depth. The tale captures the essence of human resilience and the enduring spirit of a woman striving to find her place in a world that often seems indifferent to her dreams and desires.
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- Published
- 1931
- Nationality
- Finnish
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- Pages
- 313
- Original Language
- Finnish
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- Nuorena nukkunut
- Silja
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