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Finnish Literature
The history of Finland has been tumultuous. During much of recorded history the language of the government was different from that of the majority of the population. This had a strong influence on 'Finnish literature' with many of the greatest works revolving around achieving or maintaining a strong Finnish identity.
The most famous collection of folk poetry is by far the Kalevala. Referred to as the Finnish national epic it is mainly credited to Elias Lönnrot although he worked more as an editor and compiler. It was first published in 1835 and quickly became a symbol of Finnish nationalism. Th ...more
The most famous collection of folk poetry is by far the Kalevala. Referred to as the Finnish national epic it is mainly credited to Elias Lönnrot although he worked more as an editor and compiler. It was first published in 1835 and quickly became a symbol of Finnish nationalism. Th ...more
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ja merelle joka muistaa kaiken
katseelle joka yhä hyväksyy
ja lapsen silmien sirkkelille
joka kiljuen viipaloi aikuiset
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Ilolle joka kantaa askelta
kun ankarin on vasta edessä
tai pakolle joka niskaan hönkii
ja hulluudelle joka vaakaa heiluttaa
kun ruuvi ratisee ja irtoaa
Niille jotka eivät suostu hyppimään
yhtä jalkaa ruudusta ruutuun
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ja Kaivopuiston tai Moherin
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