
A sweeping lyrical tribute to Finland, this volume gathers a rich array of poems that celebrate the homeland, its landscapes, and the spirit of its people. From stirring verses about the timeless bond with the earth and the sea to heartfelt hymns that echo the hopes of generations, the collection moves through seasons, forests, and the quiet moments of everyday life. The poet’s voice blends reverence for nature with a deep sense of national pride, inviting listeners to feel the rustle of birch leaves and the glow of a distant sunrise.
Interwoven with reflections on love, friendship, and faith, the work also touches on historic figures and events, offering glimpses of cultural memory and communal rituals. The language is vibrant yet accessible, weaving mythic allusions with personal sentiment, making each poem a vivid soundscape. Listeners will find themselves drawn into a tapestry of emotion that both honors tradition and speaks to the universal longing for belonging and hope.
Language
fi
Duration
~56 minutes (53K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Tapio Riikonen
Release date
2020-07-09
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1864–1944
A pioneering Finnish poet and translator, she helped open the door for women writing and publishing poetry in Finnish. Her work blends patriotism, social ideals, nature, and love, with a lyric voice remembered especially for the poem "Kuin lammen laine."
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