Satuja ja tarinoita IX

In this lively collection, a beloved godfather gathers handmade picture books, stitching together newspaper clippings, his own ink, and playful drawings to create whimsical worlds for his eager grandchildren. Each leaf begins with a cheerful introduction, inviting listeners to step into Copenhagen’s imagined transition from whale‑fat lamps to bright gaslight. The narrator’s warm recollections give the tales a cozy, oral‑tradition feel, as if the godfather is reading aloud on a winter evening.

The book unfolds with a parade of short tales—Rääsyt’s mischievous antics, the gentle rivalry of Vänö and Glänö, a dryad’s quiet longing, and the bustling family of Kana‑Kreeta. Everyday curiosities become adventures: a broken key that opens unexpected doors, a moth‑like comet streaking across the sky, and a garden where the gardener converses with aristocrats. Through humor and gentle wisdom, the stories celebrate simple joys, the surprise of finding happiness in a wooden block, and the wonder of a night when the city’s lamps speak.