Author
Eduard Vilde
1865-1933
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Books by Eduard Vilde
Mahtran sota
"Mahtran sota" by Eduard Vilde is a historical novel published in 1902. It chronicles a peasant uprising that erupted at Mahtra Manor in 1858, when rural communities rose against their oppressors. Based on extensive archival research and eyewitness accounts, Vilde reconstructs this dramatic episode of resistance. The first installment of a trilogy, the novel captures a pivotal moment in Estonian history when ordinary people challenged the established order. Their struggle would echo through the decades to come.
Mäenkylän maitomies: Romaani
"Mäenkylän maitomies: Romaani" by Eduard Vilde is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in a rural environment and introduces us to Ulrik von Kremer, a somewhat curmudgeonly landlord who oversees his modest estate and its meager operations. Through his perspective, the novel explores themes of aging, isolation, and the struggles of life in a declining manor, particularly focusing on Ulrik's routine interactions with the land and the people around him. The opening of the novel paints a vivid picture of Ulrik von Kremer's daily life as he takes solitary walks around his estate, reflecting on its deteriorating state and his own advancing age. We see Ulrik's habitual nature revealed through his attire and interactions with the scarce, but colorful characters of his surroundings. As he observes his surroundings and engages in daily chores, a sense of longing and frustration with his own loneliness develops. The arrival of a new character, Mari, a young woman associated with the nearby Prillup family, begins to stir emotional and romantic feelings within Ulrik, hinting at potential changes in his stagnant life. This early portion establishes a rich atmosphere and introduces critical tensions that suggest deeper explorations of relationships and personal transformation as the story unfolds.
Päivän koittaessa: Novelli
"Päivän koittaessa: Novelli" by Eduard Vilde is a short story written in the early 20th century. The narrative is set at a railway station and delves into the lives of various characters interacting in this tranquil environment, capturing the bustle that accompanies train arrivals and departures. The main character, Andrei Petrowitsch Kurbatow, emerges as a complex figure, a new teacher with a rich backstory and contrasting interactions with the local elite, particularly the Riesemann family. The opening of the story paints a vivid picture of life at the V railway station, where the usual quietness is interrupted only by the arrival of summer vacationers, particularly the well-off Riesemann family. As Kurbatow arrives, he is met with a mixture of curiosity and disdain from the young members of the family, particularly Eberhard, the boy he is set to teach. The dynamics between Kurbatow and the family members, especially during the light banter, reveal underlying tensions and class distinctions. The atmosphere is one of both anticipation and skepticism, setting the stage for Kurbatow's integration into this unique social milieu while highlighting contrasting views on education and authority.