Books matching: snakish language
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Save:'The Man Who Spoke Snakish' by Andrus Kivirahk is a unique adult fairy tale set in medieval Estonia, exploring themes of colonialism, modernity, faith, and inevitable change. The story follows Leemet, a boy who grows up in the forest speaking Snakish, an ancient language that allows him to communicate with animals. As colonization and Christianity spread, Leemet's traditional way of life is threatened, leading to a clash between old and new beliefs. is described as a mix of fantasy and allegory, filled with fantastical elements, odd characters, and black humor, making it a captivating and thought-provoking read.
What I was actually going to tell a story about was the funeral of Manivald. I was six years old at the time. I had never seen Manivald with my own eyes, because he didn’t live in the forest, but by t...
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