
audiobook
NIKKINEN NYRKKEILEE
SANTERI RISSANEN
SISÄLLYS:
ISIEN PUU
TYYPPI PUNAPÄIVIEN AJOILTA
GULASSINERO
VAATIMATON LISÄ YLILUONNOLLISTEN YLLÄTYSTEN HISTORIAAN
JOPI JUNTUSEN JOPPAUKSET
KONTTORIPÄÄLLIKKÖ KIIKKUSEN KÄKÖNEN
KÄRPÄSENKYLÄLÄISTEN VOIMAKAS VAPPUHYPPY
Step into a kaleidoscope of Finnish folk humor where everyday scenes crackle with absurdity and gentle reverence. The author stitches together brief vignettes—ranging from a mischievous newspaper boy’s antics to a reverent ode to an ancient “father tree”—each voice humming with regional dialect and a touch of the uncanny. Alongside playful sketches of motorbike rides, village celebrations, and whimsical inventions, a quiet poetic thread weaves through the pages, celebrating the land, its customs, and the ordinary magic that lives in small towns.
As you listen, the rhythm of the prose carries you from a snowy morning walk under towering pines to a bustling market where characters argue over a rope‑pulling contest. The narration balances light‑hearted satire with moments of sincere nostalgia, making every story feel both familiar and delightfully unexpected. Ideal for listeners who enjoy a blend of wit, folklore, and the gentle rustle of Finnish countryside life, this collection offers a charming escape that lingers long after the final line.
Language
fi
Duration
~2 hours (133K characters)
Release date
2024-05-14
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1880–1939

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