Väljemmillä vesillä / Uusia Runoja

Name: Väljemmillä vesillä / Uusia Runoja
Author: Kasimir Leino

By Kasimir Leino

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A collection of poems that moves between vigorous sea imagery and intimate lyrical reflections, combining rousing, expansive odes to adventure and freedom with quieter meditations on nature, life’s cycles, longing, love, and memory. The sequence alternates hymn-like, celebratory pieces about creative force and natural spectacle with shorter mood poems and occasional ironic or satirical addresses. Recurring motifs include waves, wind, seasonal change, and the tension between restlessness and home, rendered in musical language that shifts from triumphant to tender and contemplative.

About the Author

Kasimir Leino

Kasimir Leino was a Finnish author known for his diverse contributions to literature, including poetry, short stories, and historical plays. His notable works include "25 vuotta / Valikoima runoja," which showcases his poetic talent, and "Jaakko Ilkka ja Klaus Fleming," a historical drama that reflects his interest in Finland's past. Leino's writing often explores themes of life and identity, making him a significant figure in Finnish literary heritage. His ability to blend narrative and poetic forms has left a lasting impact on Finnish literature.