
I. Lähteellä.
II. Joutsen.
III. Seitsemäntoistavuotias.
IV. Lintuselle.
V. Merimiehen morsio.
VI. Keväällä.
VII. Kiiltomato.
VIII. Hautaus.
IX. Lohdutus haudalla.
X. Tytön kulennat.
A lyrical tapestry unfurls at the river’s edge, where mist‑cloaked waters mirror wandering clouds and fleeting golden glints. The opening verses blend reverent observation with a quiet yearning, inviting listeners to pause and feel the subtle shifts of light and shadow across a Finnish landscape. Each line moves like a soft ripple, shaping a contemplative mood that steadies the mind.
The collection then drifts through a chorus of distinct voices—a graceful swan singing of summer evenings, a restless seventeen‑year‑old wrestling with restless thoughts, a bright songbird proclaiming simple joy, and a weary sailor whispering of distant horizons. Seasonal images of spring’s return, the sparkle of moonlit snow, and the humble glow of everyday moments echo throughout, offering both intimacy and breadth. The poems weave humor, melancholy, and wonder, sketching a portrait of life that feels both timeless and deeply personal.
Listening to these verses feels like wandering a familiar forest path: each stanza a stepping stone, each pause a breath of fresh air. The rhythm and melody of the language make the experience soothing yet thought‑provoking, perfect for moments when you crave gentle reflection or a quiet companion for a calm evening.
Language
fi
Duration
~42 minutes (40K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Nov 23, 2015
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1802–1884
Best known for compiling the Kalevala from Finnish and Karelian oral poetry, this physician and scholar helped preserve a rich storytelling tradition and gave it a lasting literary form. His work also played an important part in strengthening the Finnish language in the 19th century.
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