
PIHAMAA JA TAKALISTO
VEIKKO KORHONEN
SISÄLLYS:
PEKKA JA PUPUTTI.
UUSILLA OLINPAIKOILLA.
UUSI TOVERI.
VANHAN PUPUTIN JOULUYÖ.
VANHAN PUPUTIN KUOLEMA.
VAPPU JA HEIKKI.
RIEKON RIHMAT.
In a quiet Finnish countryside, a young farmhand named Pekka sets a simple rabbit snare by the barn, convinced his careful planning will finally bring home a catch. When he returns, he finds the loop mysteriously moved and a cheeky, silver‑haired rabbit perched on a nearby stone, laughing at the trick. The creature introduces itself as Puputti, a “haltijajänis” – a guardian hare who roams fields and farms without ever falling into traps. Their playful exchange quickly turns into a gentle lesson about listening to the hidden rules of the meadow.
Puputti’s world is full of quiet wisdom and light‑hearted mischief, and he shares stories of how his kind have learned to avoid danger by respecting the rhythm of the land. As Pekka watches the rabbit hop away, he begins to see the farm in a new light, where every fence post and patch of grass might hold a secret. The tale balances humor with a warm reverence for nature, inviting listeners to wonder about the unseen friends that watch over everyday life.
Language
fi
Duration
~1 hours (71K characters)
Release date
2024-05-29
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1888–1942
A Finnish journalist and writer from Rautalampi, he wrote across several genres, from historical storytelling to animal tales and books for young readers. His work and life were rooted in early 20th-century Finland, and his name still turns up in library catalogs today.
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