Juha

Juha

by Juhani Aho

Juha is a novel by Juhani Aho, considered one of his most significant works. Set in a vaguely defined historical period, possibly the 17th or 18th century, it tells the story of Juha, a young man who is torn between his love for a woman and his duty to his family. The novel explores themes of love, loss, fate, and identity, set against a backdrop of rural life and the traditions of Finnish folklore. Aho's writing is characterized by its realism, psychological depth, and lyrical prose. The novel is considered a classic of Finnish literature, offering a glimpse into the lives and struggles of people living in a time of social and cultural change.

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Juhani Aho

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Juhani Aho, originally Johannes Brofeldt, was a Finnish–Swedish author and journalist. He was nominated for the Nobel Prize in literature twelve times.   Juhani Aho was born at Lapinlahti i...

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