Runoelmia

Heine, Heinrich, 1797-1856Project Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

3.8

Word count: 32K words
Chapters: 4

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971 and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today.Runoelmia by Heinrich HeineAuthor: Heine, Heinrich, 1797-1856,Language: Finnish, Class: PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures, Release Date: Dec 30, 2006

Editor's review

This is a Finnish translation of poems by Heinrich Heine, released by Project Gutenberg as a public-domain electronic text. Heine's poetry is distinguished by its lyricism, irony, and musicality, and many of his works were set to music as art songs; this translation offers Finnish-language readers an accessible entry into the original. The book's value lies in letting readers experience the emotional range of Heine's poetry: tender, melancholic lyricism alongside biting social satire. It is not suited to serve as a standard translation or scholarly base text for Heine studies, but is better suited as an introductory poetry selection. Readers need not read it straight through; they can choose two or three poems a day, attending to rhythm and imagery, and then consult the German original titles or English translations for background. For readers learning Finnish or in comparative literature, it is also a usable textual resource.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Finnish-speaking literary readers who want to read a translated selection of Heine's poetry
Learners of Finnish who need poetry texts for supplementary reading
Readers interested in the translation and reception of German poetry and in comparative literature
Poetry lovers who enjoy short poems and reading a few each day

Not a good fit for

Chinese readers with no Finnish who lack access to a parallel translation
Researchers who need a complete Heine edition or an authoritative scholarly annotated edition
General readers expecting a continuous novel-like plot

Reading tips

Choose two or three short poems a day for close reading; there is no need to read straight through in table-of-contents order.
When reading aloud, attend to the rhythm and rhyme of the translation and appreciate the musicality of Heine's poetry.
When encountering an unfamiliar image or allusion, note it down and look up the background after finishing a group of poems.
Read alongside the German original titles or English translations and observe the translator's choices in tone.

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FAQ

What language is this edition of Runoelmia in?

According to Project Gutenberg information, this is a Finnish translation of Heine's poetry, and the title means "Poems." The original is in German, and readers read a Finnish translation, which suits readers of Finnish or those comparing translations.

Can I read this book without knowing Finnish?

Reading it directly would present major obstacles. If you are interested in Heine, first look for Chinese or English translations to get to know the works, then use this Finnish edition as parallel material; on its own, it is better suited to language learners.

Which of Heine's poems are included in this book?

The available information only indicates that this is a Finnish translation of Heine's poems and does not list the specific contents. Readers can check the table of contents on the Project Gutenberg page and then decide whether it suits the selections they need.

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About the author

Heine, Heinrich, 1797-1856 Author

Heinrich Heine (1797–1856) was a German poet and writer. Sixteen of his works are held in this collection, including The Poems of Heine: Complete, Deutschland. Ein Wintermärchen, Die Harzreise, Buch der Lieder, Romanzero, Franse Toestanden, Atta Troll, and The Prose Writings of Heinrich Heine. Because public information is limited, details of his life are omitted here; his works nonetheless show him to be a master of lyric poetry, travel writing, and satirical verse. His language is clear and musical, while his narratives blend social observation with a critical edge. Poems from Buch der Lieder have been widely set to music, and Deutschland. Ein Wintermärchen presents his reflections on reality in a sharp, incisive style. Spanning poetry and prose, his writing has had a lasting influence on German literature and continues to be translated and read in the Chinese-speaking world.