Frans Eemil Sillanpää
Omistani ja omilleni
"Omistani ja omilleni" by Frans Eemil Sillanpää is a reflective literary work written in the early 20th century. This book can be categorized as a semi-autobiographical narrative, as it combines elements of personal memoir with philosophical musings about life, family, and human existence. Through the lens of a father, the author contemplates the significance of his children's lives and the legacy he wishes to pass on to them. In this narrative, Sillanpää captures the essence of familial love, life experiences, and existential inquiries. He narrates the lives of his children, using their growth and development as a means to explore deeper philosophical questions about existence, purpose, and the continuity of life through generations. The prose is imbued with rich imagery and deep reflections, as the father shares anecdotes of simple yet profound moments spent with his children. Throughout the narrative, he emphasizes the importance of understanding one’s roots, the interplay of individual aspirations against the backdrop of familial and societal responsibilities, and the ever-present quest for meaning in the face of life's complexities.