Hella Wuolijoki

Hella Wuolijoki

1886-07-22
67 (1954-02-02)
Helme, Liivinmaa

Finnish writer.

Helme, Liivinmaa

Finnish writer.

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The Farmer's Daughter 1947 (6.9)

After leaving her family's farm to study nursing in the city, a young woman finds herself on an unexpected path towards politics.
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The Women of Niskavuori 1938 (5.364)

Aarne marries Martta because his mother tells him it is his duty as the eldest son to marry a wealthy girl. However, the attractive school teacher Ilona arrives in the village and causes complications when Aarne falls in love with her.
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Juurakon Hulda 1937 (6.1)

Poor but ambitious country girl Hulda arrives in the country's capital and gets a job as a maid for a bachelor Member of Parliament, Judge Soratie. She works hard, never loses her common sense, and starts taking evening classes. Keeping her studies secret from her employer for years, she eventually graduates from the university and becomes candidate in the parliamentary election, stressing women's and working people's rights. Romance with Judge Soratie finally ensues.