num_pages: 212
description: There Shall Be No Night is a novel written by Robert E. Sherwood. The story is set in Finland during the Winter War of 1939-1940, and follows the life of a Finnish family who are caught in the midst of the conflict. The main character, Kaarlo Valkonen, is a farmer who is forced to leave his home and family to fight for his country. As the war rages on, Kaarlo's wife, Mirja, and their children are left to fend for themselves in the harsh winter conditions. The novel explores the themes of love, sacrifice, and the human cost of war. It also delves into the political and social issues of the time, such as the struggle for Finnish independence and the Soviet Union's aggression towards its neighboring countries. Sherwood's writing is vivid and emotional, painting a picture of the brutal realities of war and the strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity. The story is both heartbreaking and inspiring, and offers a unique perspective on a lesser-known conflict of World War II. Overall, There Shall Be No Night is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that explores the impact of war on individuals and society. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or the human experience of conflict.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
language: English
title: There Shall Be No Night
titlecomplete: There Shall Be No Night
genres: Plays, Theatre, Drama
ratings_count: 32
awards: awardedAt: -915120000000
name: Pulitzer Prize
category: Drama
publisher: Kessinger Publishing