Finn-Blood by Jonas Lie (1883)
The novel revolves around the life of a young man who returns to his rural Norwegian home after years abroad. He struggles with feelings of guilt and responsibility towards his family's farm, which has fallen into disrepair during his absence. The story explores themes of identity, community, and the clash between traditional values and modernity.
By Jonas Lie · First published 1883 · Genre: Fantasy, Coming-of-Age, Folklore · 5,420 words
First lines
In Svartfjord, north of Senje, dwelt a lad called Eilert. His neighbours were seafaring Finns, and among their children was a pale little girl, remarkable for her long black hair and her large eyes. They dwelt behind the crag on the other side of the promontory, and fished for a livelihood, as also did Eilert's parents; wherefore there was no particular goodwill between the families, for the nearest fishing ground was but a small one, and each would have liked to have rowed there alone.
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Finn-Blood is listed on Textopian as a short story by Jonas Lie, dated 1883 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Jonas Lie
- Date: 1883 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fantasy, Coming-of-Age, Folklore, Romance, Adventure
- Length: 5,420 words
- Structure: 1 section, 57 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Fantasy — The narrative includes magical elements such as sorcery, Mermen, and Draugs, creating a fantastical world.
- Coming-of-Age — The protagonist, Eilert, experiences personal growth and moral dilemmas as he navigates his feelings for Zilla and societal prejudices.
- Folklore — The story incorporates traditional tales and beliefs about Finns, Mermen, and supernatural beings, reflecting cultural folklore.
- Romance — The relationship between Eilert and Zilla serves as a central theme, exploring love across cultural divides.
Tags
Norse Mythology · Viking Culture · Folklore · Fantasy · Adventure · Coming of Age · Self-Discovery · Identity Crisis · Family Drama · Social Hierarchy · Class Conflict · Love Triangle