Olli Wuorinen

Born Olof Berg in Uukuniemi on February 28, 1842, he became known by the pen names Olli Wuorinen and Olli A. Wuorinen, and also used forms such as Olli Vuorinen and the initials O. Wrn. He was a Finnish poet and translator, and he died in his home region of Uukuniemi on January 10, 1917.

Wuorinen is associated with poetry and literary translation, and his work reflects the language and feeling of 19th-century Finland. Some of his writings remain accessible through public-domain collections, which has helped keep his name in circulation for modern readers.

He is also remembered in Finland for song lyrics, including the Christmas song Joulu, joulu tullut on. Although not widely known outside Finnish literary history, he remains an interesting figure for listeners curious about older Finnish verse and regional literary voices.