Maaemon lapsia Kertomus

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Maaemon lapsia Kertomus

by Arvid Järnefelt

FI·~3 hours·1 chapter

Chapters

1 total

Produced by Tapio Riikonen

3:19:17

Description

In a mist‑laden November day, a humble country store becomes the stage for a timeless tale. The narrative opens with the bustling exchange between a wandering trader and Kinturin Janne, a nine‑child farmer whose quick wit and generous spirit set the tone for a community caught between hardship and hope. Through their banter, listeners glimpse a world where ancient invaders once swept the land, imposing iron and fire, while lingering deities whisper from the shadows.

Beyond the shop’s door, the story unfolds as a mythic chronicle of conquered peoples, forgotten gods, and a mysterious Truth Spirit that refuses to bow to swords. This enigmatic presence promises a reversal of fortunes, hinting that the very forces of oppression may one day be turned back upon themselves. As Kinturin Janne navigates daily barter and the subtle power plays of his village, the listener is drawn into a larger struggle between mortal resilience and the enduring echo of divine voices.

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Full title

Maaemon lapsia Kertomus Kertomus

Language

fi

Duration

~3 hours (191K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2005-03-31

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

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About the author

Arvid Järnefelt

Arvid Järnefelt

1861–1932

A major Finnish writer of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, he brought moral urgency and psychological insight to novels, stories, essays, and plays. His work was shaped by law, public life, and a deep engagement with Tolstoyan ideas.

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