Song of Sampo Lake
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Author
Publication
2002 - Wendy Lamb Books, New York, New York (State)
Language
English
Word Count
54,250 words, Guess
Page Count
217 pages
Identifiers
- Internet Archivesongofsampolake00durb
- ISBN-100385327315
- ISBN-100385900554
- ISBN-139780385327312
- ISBN-139780385900553
and 3 more
- LibraryThing468594
- Library of Congress Control Number2001008617
- Open LibraryOL3940202M
Classifications
- DDC[Fic]
- LCCPZ7.D9323 So 2002
Description
For Matti Ojala and his family, Finnish immigrants in Minnesota, starting a new life in America is both a hardship and an opportunity. When their beloved Uncle Wilho is killed in a tragic mining accident, the family decides they must realize their dream of owning a homestead in the wilderness. This means constant hard work and new challenges for the entire family. But it also means that Matti, the "in-between" child, has his chance to shine. Whether he's looking after his younger sisters, clerking in a general store, teaching English, or clearing the land with Father, Matti strives to prove himself to Father and escape his older brother's shadow.From the Hardcover edition.
Description
In 1900, as a family of Finnish immigrants begins farming on the edge of a Minnesota lake, Matti works as a store clerk, teaches English, and works on the homestead, striving to get out of his older brother's shadow and earn their father's respect.
Subjects
Genres
- Fiction
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