
SATUJA
ANNI SVAN
SISÄLTÖ:
Step into a world where forests whisper and mischievous creatures linger, all gathered in a charming anthology of Finnish folk tales. Each story is told with gentle humor and a touch of wonder, inviting young listeners to explore courage, kindness, and cleverness. The gentle narration brings the old wooden homes and moss‑covered hills to life, making the magic feel close at hand.
Among the tales you’ll meet a mountain troll who befriends a shepherd girl, a quiet Christmas Eve spent among pine trees, and a tiny violin that sings its own adventure. One memorable episode follows three brothers who set out with simple gifts—a staff and a satchel of provisions—and each chooses a different path, leading one to a sorrowful little gnome whose tears hold a secret. Their encounter turns into a playful puzzle of memory and names, showing how wit can turn even the most puzzling situations into triumph.
These stories are perfect for bedtime listening, offering soothing rhythm and moral nuggets without heavy drama. Children will be enchanted by the lyrical language and the timeless charm of folk wisdom.
Language
fi
Duration
~1 hours (107K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Tapio Riikonen
Release date
2020-08-15
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1875–1958
A pioneering Finnish writer for children and young adults, she helped shape modern girls’ literature in Finland with stories that mixed imagination, warmth, and a clear-eyed sense of everyday life.
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