Land of Many Waters Finland An Ethnographic Tour
A vivid portrait of Finland describes its lakes forests and rivers as the Land of Many Waters. It details seasonal life from summer river trips and Viking-like boatmen to winter ice and Northern Lights, Finnish customs holidays and family banquets, labor peasant arrangements, and extensive bathhouse culture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Finland
Altai
Russia
Ukkost
Alta
Lakes
Hinland
Alexander I
Vabide
Burglary for Love and the Widow’s Mortgage Rescue
Miss Ethel Barrie plans a night time burglary to seize a mortgage from old Mr Foster to save widow Lee’s cottage from foreclosure. A disguised entry fails until a young man discovers the plot, helps secure the release of the mortgage, and ensures the widow’s home remains hers. The tale ends with gratitude and a future tied to a steadfast suitor.
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Bob
Ethel
Miss Ethel
Barrie
Lee
Foster
Old Foster
Misa Solomon
Mel
Sam
Bob Barrie
Bob Brodie
McClure
Jones Counts Midnight After Smoking Concert Night
His Very Latest recalls Jones returning home after a convivial smoking concert. He misreads the church clock, counting twelve strikes then a second clock adds thirteen to twenty-four, exclaiming astonishment at how late it is.
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Jones
Scott
Sinclair Attacks Wealthy Malefactor at Vegetarian Reunion
Upton Sinclair, attending a vegetarian reunion, harshly attacks a powerful malefactor of great wealth. He quotes the man claiming to begin a business career with a certain motto and retorts with a biting aside. The exchange highlights Sinclair’s outspoken critique of wealth and ambition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Upton Sinclair
Mr. Sinclair
Also Mentioned on This Page
Ue Ue
Klapps
Herod
Helsingfors
LEE Mll
Foulltud
Grace Kerrigan
Ethel Barrie
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