Release date is 2024-02-13

Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen

"Maan hiljaiset: Romaani suurten selkosten takaa" by Arvi Järventaus is a novel written in the early 20th century." The story appears to be centered around the life of a young girl named Sabina, who navigates her rural environment with a sense of innocence and curiosity. The narrative immerses the reader in the Finnish countryside, capturing the essence of nature, childhood imagination, and the bittersweet feeling of homesickness as Sabina embarks on a journey to fetch the cows. "The opening of the novel introduces us to Sabina, a little girl wandering down a rural path on a quest for her family's cows." As she walks, her interaction with various elements of nature brings forth her vivid imagination, including stories of mythical figures like Riimiäijä and visions of an enchanting otherworld. Sabina’s naiveté contrasts with her underlying awareness of the dangers lurking in her surroundings, creating a tension between her adventurous spirit and the fear that comes with being lost. This exploration of her inner thoughts and the lush, dynamic setting invites readers into a world characterized by innocence, mystery, and the profound connection between a child and her environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Originally published: Porvoo: WSOY, 1925