Release date is 2024-09-18

1. Koti -- 2. Vanha satukuningas -- 3. Metsään -- 4. Paripuolet -- 5. Rantalan lapset -- 6. Hoidon puutteessa -- 7. Sirri -- 8. Samalla pellonpientareella -- 9. Pikku Kaarlo -- 10. Miirin kuoltua -- 11. Lintuhämähäkki -- 12. Pieni sanomalehtimies -- 13. Elman Viaporin matka -- 14. Yksi päivä »kulta-, hopea ja helmi-äidin» luona -- 15. Jouluaamuna maalla.

Tuula Temonen

"Siskosarjalle: Satuja ja kertoelmia" by Vera Hjelt is a collection of stories written in the late 19th century. The book features a variety of tales aimed at children, exploring themes of family, adventure, and moral lessons through a rich tapestry of characters and fantastical elements. The opening of the book introduces different segments of the collection, including verses about home life, the kind-hearted "Satukuningas" or Fairy Tale King, and the joyful experiences of children in nature. It paints a vivid picture of childhood innocence and the joys of storytelling, as well as the relationships between family members. For instance, we see children preparing for a fun outing to the woods, driven by a spirit of adventure and learning. The enchanting settings and the characters’ playful interactions set a whimsical tone, establishing a foundation for the moral teachings that are woven throughout the tales. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Originally published: Helsinki: Otava, 1894