Tasuja (Tasuja)

The Avenger, published 1880. Probably if not certainly Estonia’s most-read historical novel, major influence in both shaping and invigorating national identity, and contributing driving-force in Estonian independence such as the 1919 Battle of Cēsis (Battle of Võnnu for Estonians) or during WWII against the Germans. Begun when author Bornhöhe E. was a 17-year-old teacher. See also Tambeti.