
Viisikymmenta runoa
I.
Nuoret. »Suomalainen Nuija» nimiselle ylioppilasyhdistykselle.
Jos väsyy vanhat soutajat.
Markus Kurtius.
Muisto.
Mahdoton ratkaista. Kansallismielisen Nuorisoliiton kesäjuhlaan Ilmajoella 1912.
Suokoon taivas nousuvuoden!
Kolme luotetta. Katkelma.
Tunne ja teot. Kirjotettu »Heimolan» vihkimisjuhlaan 19/11 1910. Lausunut Iida Aalberg.
This volume brings together fifty poems that capture the restless spirit of early twentieth‑century Finland. The verses range from lively celebrations of youthful ambition to quieter reflections on home, loss, and the changing seasons. Listeners will hear a blend of patriotic optimism, personal longing, and vivid images of the Finnish landscape, all rendered in the poet’s earnest, rhythmic language.
The collection is organized in three sections, each anchored by short groups of poems written for student societies, holiday gatherings, and women’s milestones. Whether it is a ringing call to the new generation, a tender ode to a winter night, or a gentle lullaby for a child, the pieces convey a sense of community and hope that still resonates today. The audio rendering preserves the original cadence, allowing the listener to feel the pulse of a bygone era while appreciating timeless emotions.
Language
fi
Duration
~1 hours (84K characters)
Release date
2026-05-04
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1862–1927
A prolific Finnish man of letters, he moved easily between poetry, journalism, criticism, translation, and teaching. He is especially remembered for lyrics that found a lasting place in Finnish song.
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