Pilan pippuria ja ivan suolaa : Kokoelma kompia

audiobook

Pilan pippuria ja ivan suolaa : Kokoelma kompia

by Larin-Kyösti

FI·~36 minutes·91 chapters

Chapters

91 total

Kirj.

2:04

Minun viinitarhani.

1:19

Salonkisoinnuttajat.

1:10

Sielunerittelyä.

0:19

Lystikäs leipuri.

0:05

Ahne-Antti.

0:21

Syntipukari. (Eräälle runosepolle).

0:12

Laiskurin lohdutus.

0:10

Uni.

0:18

Kapakkanero.

0:21

Description

This audio brings together a lively assortment of early‑20th‑century Finnish verses that swing between sharp satire, tender reflection, and whimsical absurdity. The poet adopts a conversational, almost mischievous voice, turning everyday scenes—like a baker's toast or a salon recital—into vivid snapshots of human foibles. Listeners will hear the same quick‑paced humor that pokes fun at pretentious artists, stubborn savers, and the endless search for meaning.

The collection is organized into short, self‑contained pieces, each a bite‑sized vignette that can be savoured in minutes. Through playful language, striking metaphors and occasional folk‑like rhythms, the work explores topics as varied as love, ambition, the politics of poetry, and the quiet patience of a personal vineyard. The result is a richly textured listening experience that feels both timeless and warmly grounded in the quirks of daily life.

Details

Language

fi

Duration

~36 minutes (35K characters)

Release date

2026-04-17

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Larin-Kyösti

Larin-Kyösti

1873–1948

A Finnish poet remembered for lyrical, nature-filled verse, he became widely known around the turn of the 20th century and remained a distinctive voice in Finnish literature. Writing under a pen name, he blended folk-song warmth with a more personal, often melancholy tone.

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