Johan Ludvig Runeberg
by Talvio, Maila
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Title:
Johan Ludvig Runeberg
Original Publication:
Helsinki: Frenckellin Kirjapaino-Osakeyhtiö, 1900.
Summary:
"Johan Ludvig Runeberg" by Maila Talvio is a literary biography written in the early 20th century. It charts the rise of Finland’s national poet from a modest coastal childhood to cultural preeminence, emphasizing the experiences, friendships, and ideals that shaped his voice. Expect an intimate, source-based portrait of his formative years, teaching and...