02360cam a22003493u 4500 74053 UtSlPG 20260610134720.0 m cr n 260607r20241884utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG fi iso639-1 PZ Palmqvist, Per, 1815-1887 Pieni hanhipaimen Yrjö Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2024 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2024-07-15 Jari Koivisto "Pieni hanhipaimen Yrjö" by Per Palmqvist and Simeon Hirvonen is a heartfelt narrative likely written during the late 19th century. This book is a novella that tells the story of a young orphan boy named Yrjö, who takes care of geese while grappling with his loss and seeking hope and solace through his faith in God. The journey through his struggles and the relationships he develops add depth to the simple yet poignant plot. The novella begins with Yrjö reflecting on his life as he visits the graves of his deceased parents, highlighting his loneliness and yearning for connection. As he tends to the geese, he finds solace in his responsibilities and a deep bond with the animals. However, a tragic incident occurs when a gamekeeper shoots two of the geese belonging to the pastor's wife, leading to a crisis of guilt and shame for Yrjö, as he feels responsible for their care. The story unfolds with themes of forgiveness, redemption, and the power of compassion, culminating in the pastor and his wife extending kindness to Yrjö, whom they decide to adopt, thereby restoring his sense of belonging and hope for the future. Overall, the novella beautifully weaves themes of faith, childhood innocence, and the importance of community support. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: Tampere: Hagelberg ja Kumpp., 1884 Christian life -- Juvenile fiction Orphans -- Juvenile fiction Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction Boys -- Juvenile fiction Hirvonen, Simeon, 1848-1915 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/74053 114778 114778