
Produced by Matti Järvinen, Tuija Lindholm and Distributed
SISÄLLYS: - I. NOVELLEJA JA KERTOMUKSIA:
II. NÄYTELMIÄ:
I. NOVELLEJA JA KERTOMUKSIA - KUUSELAN KUKKA. - 1. NIEMEN UKKO.
2\. KUUSELAN KUKKA.
3\. KALAMAJOILLA.
4\. JUHANNUSAATTO.
5\. LEIKKUUPELLOLLA.
6\. KÖYRIMARKKINOILLA.
7\. SURMASALMELLA.
A modest yet vivid anthology of 19th‑century Finnish tales, this collection gathers short stories and a handful of one‑act plays that echo the rhythms of a coastal countryside. The narratives unfold in simple, lyrical language, revealing everyday joys and burdens—fishing harvests, family expectations, and the quiet strength of community. Listeners will hear a range of characters, from determined elders to tender‑hearted youths, each portrayed with an honesty that feels both historic and timeless.
The opening story follows an elderly sea‑owner who, after marrying a delicate young woman, strives to balance his demanding work ethic with her frailty. Set against the backdrop of a windswept shoreline, the tale gently explores themes of loss, parental devotion, and the hopeful growth of a son who inherits both his father's resolve and his mother’s gentle spirit. The tone remains warm and reflective, inviting you to step into a world where the whisper of pine trees carries the heartbeat of ordinary lives.
Language
fi
Duration
~11 hours (644K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2006-03-02
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1838–1919
A pioneering voice in Finnish literature, this 19th-century writer helped open the door for women writing in Finnish. Her stories and plays made her a well-known figure in the literary life of Hämeenlinna.
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