"Rautatie" is a novel by the Finnish writer Juhani Aho, which tells the story of a young girl, Inki, who decides to leave her small native village and go to the city in search of a better life. She leaves her native village on a railway train, overcoming numerous obstacles and trials. The author successfully combines social problems, landscapes and psychological development of the heroine, creating a fascinating image of life in the Finnish province and the big city. This novel leaves the reader engrossed and thoughtful, touching on the eternal themes of life and choice.