
VIRVATULTEN TARINOITA
MARIE PETERSEN
A fierce storm has torn across the high mountains, turning cliffs into trembling silhouettes and flooding valleys with thunderous rain. The relentless wind and rain have forced wildlife into hidden caves, while the towering pines and ancient oaks groan under the pressure of the tempest. When the clouds finally part, the landscape breathes a gentle sigh, and the last drops glisten like silver threads on the damp foliage.
Against this reclaimed serenity, two young travelers stand on a lofty ridge, their eyes fixed on the sprawling valley below. The description invites listeners to picture the vivid contrast between the storm‑ravaged wilds and the calm that follows, while hinting at the journey these companions will embark upon through the verdant foothills and secreted meadows. The opening sets a tone of awe‑filled nature, promising a tale where the elements shape both the scenery and the hearts of those who wander through it.
Language
fi
Duration
~3 hours (204K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2016-01-19
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
1816–1859
Best remembered for the fairy tale Princess Ilse, this 19th-century German writer turned folklore and landscape into lyrical, imaginative fiction. Her life was brief and largely secluded, but her work continued to travel far beyond her own time.
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