
KAUKAINEN KEVÄT
L. ONERVA
SISÄLLYS:
KAUKAINEN KEVÄT
ERAKKOMAJA - ERAKKOMAJA
PYHÄ LEHTO
LINNANLAULAJA - JOUSIMIES
KOTIPETÄJÄ - VANHA MUMMO
VIRTA - TIE
A lyrical journey opens with a voice that recalls a far‑off spring, a moment of bright hope that seems almost forbidden by the gods. The poet paints sunrise over meadow and the awakening of grass as a chorus of gratitude, while also hinting at the ache of longing for a season that may never return. Simple, yet resonant, each line blends personal confession with a universal sense of renewal.
Throughout the collection, the poems wander through solitary cabins, holy groves, and storm‑tossed doubts, each scene lit by a quiet, reverent tone. The language swings from the plaintive murmur of a weary soul to the soaring echo of a divine summons, offering listeners a chance to breathe in midsummer elegies and winter shadows alike. With its gentle rhythm and vivid Finnish landscapes, the volume invites contemplation without imposing a predetermined narrative, making it a soothing companion for reflective moments.
Language
fi
Duration
~30 minutes (29K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Tapio Riikonen
Release date
2020-01-20
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1882–1972
A bold early modern voice in Finnish literature, this poet and novelist wrote sharply about love, freedom, and the pressures placed on women. Her work still stands out for its emotional intensity and independence.
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