Kotisirkka

audiobook

Kotisirkka

by Charles Dickens

FI·~3 hours·4 chapters

Chapters

4 total
1

KOTISIRKKA

2:29
2

KOTISIRKKA - ENSIMÄINEN SIRKUTUS.

56:41
3

TOINEN SIRKUTUS.

1:03:09
4

KOLMAS SIRKUTUS.

1:06:24

Description

A gentle, slightly mischievous voice invites listeners into a snug English household where everyday objects seem to have lives of their own. The tale unfolds with the same blend of humor and heartfelt observation that made Dickens beloved, turning a simple kettle and a humble cricket into characters that spark curiosity and warmth. The narrator’s keen eye for detail paints a vivid picture of rain‑soaked streets, creaking wooden floors, and the comforting hum of domestic routine.

At the heart of the story lies a playful dispute: did the kettle begin to sing moments before the cricket’s first chirp, or was it the other way around? As Peerybinglen’s matami—an idiosyncratic figure navigating the damp courtyard—stirs the kettle and contends with icy weather, listeners are drawn into a charming mystery that celebrates the tiny wonders of home life. The opening promises a blend of witty dialogue, tender moments, and the timeless magic of ordinary things coming alive.

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Language

fi

Duration

~3 hours (181K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2014-02-14

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Charles Dickens

Charles Dickens

1812–1870

Famous for unforgettable characters, sharp humor, and a deep sympathy for ordinary people, this Victorian storyteller turned social criticism into some of the most widely loved novels in English. His books still feel lively and dramatic, whether he is writing about hardship, hope, or the strange comedy of everyday life.

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