
SISKOSARJALLE
VERA HJELT
SISÄLLYS:
KOTI.
VANHA SATUKUNINGAS.
METSÄÄN.
PIKKU TUUREN SEIKKAILU.
MITÄ ORAVAT ASIASTA ARVELIVAT.
"HÄRKÄ TULEE!"
PARIPUOLET.
In this charming collection the narrator moves from the modest, noisy kitchen of a Finnish household to a fantastical realm ruled by a gentle king of stories. The opening poems celebrate the simple bonds between mother, sisters and the hard‑working children who keep the home afloat, while the next tale lifts the listener to a kingdom where every creature whispers its own legend to a boy who becomes the beloved Satukuningas. Through vivid images of birch paths, snow‑covered fields and the glow of a lantern‑lit castle, the stories invite listeners to linger in both everyday chores and the endless delight of bedtime storytelling.
The language is musical and often rhythmic, echoing folk verses that children themselves might recite. Each story is self‑contained, ranging from playful forest adventures to tender moments of loss and care, giving a sense of a well‑lived community. Listeners will feel the warmth of shared meals, the curiosity of hidden woods, and the comforting promise that a good story can brighten even the toughest winter morning.
Language
fi
Duration
~1 hours (77K characters)
Release date
2024-09-18
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1857–1947