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Saloilta ja vesiltä: Metsästys- ja pyyntiretkiä

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A collection of first-person and reported accounts sketches hunting, fishing, and trapping expeditions across rural landscapes, mixing practical descriptions of techniques, animal behavior, and campaign logistics with personal reminiscences by an experienced hunter. Individual vignettes range from bear and wolf hunts to angling and seal and lynx pursuits, offering episodic narratives, field observations, and reflections on changing game populations and local customs. A translator's preface and editorial framing link the pieces and urge preservation of oral hunting knowledge for future readers.

About the Author

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Onni Wetterhoff

Onni Wetterhoff was a Finnish author known for his contributions to literature focused on hunting and nature. His notable works include "Bergön pyyntimiehet" and "Saloilta ja vesiltä: Metsästys- ja pyyntiretkiä," which reflect his passion for the outdoors and the traditions of hunting in Finland. Wetterhoff's writing captures the essence of Finnish landscapes and the experiences of those who engage with them, making his works significant for readers interested in nature writing and cultural heritage.

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