Release date is 2019-05-11

Johdannoksi -- Emot ja poikaset -- Anna-vainaa ja Kalle-vainaa -- Muuan Tellervo-niminen -- Maantieltä maantielle -- Lumituisku -- Lapsen suru -- Tyhjä koti -- Koulu -- Kemppasen mukulat -- Käväisy -- Omistani ja omilleni.

Produced by Anna Siren and Tapio Riikonen

"Enkelten suojatit: Lastuja lapsista ja heidän kohtaloistaan" by F. E. Sillanpää is a collection of reflective narratives about children and their fates, written in the early 20th century. The book captures the essence of childhood through poignant recollections and observations, likely drawing on the author's own experiences growing up in Finland. Themes of innocence, nature, familial bonds, and the harsh realities of life resonate throughout its pages, providing a poignant exploration of childhood in a rural setting. The opening of the work sets a nostalgic tone, where the narrator reminisces about his idyllic childhood spent near the Kierikkala mill. He shares vivid memories of the joys and sorrows of growing up, highlighting the warmth of family life, the beauty of nature, and the innocence of young friendships. As he recounts experiences ranging from innocent play to bittersweet moments marked by loss and longing, the passage introduces various characters, including siblings and neighbors, establishing an emotional landscape that invites readers to reflect on their own childhoods. The narrative combines a sense of nostalgia with a deep appreciation for simple yet profound experiences, setting the stage for thoughtful reflections on children's lives and the adult world awaiting them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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