"Life pictures from Finnish homes 1 Among the poor people" is the first part of a collection of short stories by the outstanding Finnish writer Minna Kant. In her works, she absorbed the spirit of the Finnish people, their traditions, customs and everyday life. Each story fascinates with its inner truth and deep understanding of human nature. The author opens before us a picture of the everyday life of a Finnish village, showing the joys, sorrows, hopes and worries of its inhabitants. This book not only reveals to us Finnish culture and the depths of human souls, but also leaves an indelible mark in the hearts of readers, reminding us of the importance of human connections and interactions.