Ilja-munkki : Karjalainen tarina by Larin-Kyösti
"Ilja-munkki : Karjalainen tarina by Larin-Kyösti" is a narrative poem written in the early 20th century. This work belongs to the genre of legend or folk-inspired epic, drawing from Karelian mythology and culture. Set against a background of ancient pagan and Christian conflict in Karelia, the story unfolds as a poetic legend, reflecting the struggles between old tribal traditions and the rise of Christianity. The book tells the story of Ilja, a
sensitive and conflicted youth born into a world of feuding tribes and spiritual upheaval. Raised among warriors yet marked by his mother with a Christian cross, Ilja grows up torn between the harsh expectations of his clan and the gentle faith introduced to him in secret. After violence and war decimate his family and people, Ilja seeks solace and guidance in a distant monastery, only to become lost in cycles of temptation, guilt, and exile. He returns as both a failed monk and hermit, attempting to bring reconciliation but ultimately causing further tragedy. The narrative ends with loss and mourning, as the old ways fade and the characters are left to grapple with the consequences of violence, faith, and unfulfilled longing. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Larin-Kyösti, 1873-1948 |
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| Title | Ilja-munkki : Karjalainen tarina |
| Original Publication | Jyväskylä: K. J. Gummerus Oy, 1917. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 37.5 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | Tapio Riikonen |
| Language | Finnish |
| LoC Class | PH: Language and Literatures: Finno-Ugrian and Basque languages and literatures |
| Subject | Finnish poetry -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 76052 |
| Release Date | May 9, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 232 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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