Prinssi Keijujalka

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Prinssi Keijujalka

by Frances Hodgson Burnett

FI·~52 minutes

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Description

In a far‑off kingdom where grandeur is measured by the length of one’s legs, the birth of a prince with the tiniest feet throws the court into panic. The royal family, unable to accept a child who defies their most cherished ideal, decides to send the infant away, entrusting his care to a humble pig‑herder deep in the endless forest.

Living among swine and rough‑spun garments, the little prince learns to survive on his own. Despite the neglect and the harshness of his surroundings, he grows swift as the wind, his keen mind and bright eyes setting him apart from the other children. His gentle spirit remains unshaken, even as he is tasked each day with rounding up the unruly herd.

The tale follows his quiet determination as he navigates a world that doubts him, discovering the unexpected strengths that lie beneath his delicate appearance. Listeners will be drawn into a story of resilience, wonder, and the subtle magic of a truly unique heart.

Details

Language

fi

Duration

~52 minutes (49K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Tapio Riikonen

Release date

2019-12-30

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

Subjects

About the author

Frances Hodgson Burnett

Frances Hodgson Burnett

1849–1924

Best known for turning childhood into a place of wonder, feeling, and quiet transformation, this English-born novelist wrote stories that have charmed readers for generations. Her most beloved books, including The Secret Garden and A Little Princess, mix hardship with hope in a way that still feels fresh.

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