Eva Hirn

Born in Vyborg on October 10, 1877, Eva Alfhild Hirn was a Finnish author and columnist. She studied mathematics and natural sciences at the University of Helsinki after finishing school in Vyborg, and later married professor Taavi Hirn in 1902.

Hirn wrote widely in the 1920s and 1930s, producing children's books, books for young people, plays, and short humorous prose. She also contributed to newspapers and radio, which fits well with her reputation as a writer who could be both literary and approachable.

She came from a notably literary family: her sisters Kersti Bergroth and Inkeri Relander were also writers. Eva Hirn died in Helsinki on October 9, 1948, leaving behind work that reflects both humor and an easy feel for everyday Finnish life.