Release date is 2024-07-24

Juhani Kärkkäinen and Tapio Riikonen

"Viinamäen Eenokki: Kertomus" by Juho Hoikkanen is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the life of Eenokki, an elderly man grappling with the burdens of aging and existential reflections amidst pastoral scenes, and touches upon themes of family, tradition, and the search for meaning in life. The opening of the novel introduces readers to the tranquil yet lively setting of a rural household at dawn, where a rooster crows to awaken the inhabitants. As the day unfolds, we are introduced to various characters, including the household's master, his wife, and their daughter, Esteri, who navigates the attention of suitors while harboring feelings for a young clerk, Kustaa Tikander. Additionally, there are hints of foreboding dreams and premonitions concerning danger and loss, setting the stage for the conflicts and relationships that will define the narrative. The scene is rich with detail, establishing a vivid rural atmosphere and suggesting deeper, underlying tensions within the household. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Originally published: Helsinki: Kust.Oy Kirja, 1916