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Short stories, German -- Translations into Finnish Books
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Adolf Stern
Rikostoverit y.m. novelleja
"Rikostoverit y.m. novelleja" by Adolf Stern is a collection of novellas written in the early 20th century. This work likely delves into themes of crime and morality, featuring characters embroiled in dire circumstances, including gondola rowers in Venice who grapple with their conscience amidst a plague and the consequences of their actions. At the start of the collection, the narrative introduces a dark, atmospheric Venice during the plague of 1630, establishing a sense of foreboding. The story focuses on a gondolier named Daniello Barozzi, who faces a moral dilemma as he reflects on his past actions as an executioner for the state. He grapples with the haunting memory of a man named Orlando Cornaro, whom he and his companion Andrea had condemned to death, and the weight of their choices bears heavily on him. As he navigates through the grim streets, Daniello encounters his dying friend Andrea, who challenges him to seek redemption for their past crimes, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of guilt, justice, and the desire for atonement.
Andrea H. Fogowitz
Lentävä hollantilainen
"Lentävä hollantilainen" by Andrea H. Fogowitz is a collection of adventure tales written in the late 19th century. The book presents a variety of engaging stories for young readers, with the titular tale focused on maritime legends, particularly that of the Flying Dutchman—a ghost ship doomed to sail the seas forever. It weaves together themes of superstition and the consequences of human arrogance. The opening of the first story introduces a ship called "Circe" journeying from Cape Town back to Europe. As the ship confronts a series of unpredictable storms, the crew becomes increasingly unsettled, especially when they hear the legend of the Flying Dutchman—a ghost ship captained by the cursed Vanderdecken. Tom Willis, an experienced sailor, claims to see the phantom ship, causing anxiety among the crew. When a mysterious crew of the ghost ship appears seeking to deliver letters, they are met with suspicion and dread, intensifying the atmosphere of fear and curiosity surrounding the legendary Dutchman. The scene sets the tone for a rich exploration of maritime folklore and human intrigue.
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