Harri Jõgisalu facts for kids
Harri Jõgisalu (born Harri Konstabel) was an important Estonian writer who mostly wrote books for children. He was born on August 24, 1922, in a place called Korju in Lääne County. Harri Jõgisalu loved to write about nature and life in the countryside. He passed away on September 18, 2014.
Harri Jõgisalu's Life
Harri Jõgisalu had an interesting life journey. He was born in 1922 and lived until 2014. Before he became a writer, he was a teacher.
During a difficult time, World War II, he was involved in the war. After the war, from 1944 to 1946, he was held as a prisoner of war in a place called Parakhino in Russia. This was a challenging experience for him.
After the war, he continued his education. In 1950, he finished his studies at the Tallinn Teachers' Institute. Later, in 1955, he graduated from the Leningrad Pedagogical Institute. He studied to become a teacher of chemistry and biology.
Harri Jõgisalu worked as a teacher for many years. From 1947 to 1978, he taught at Märjamaa Secondary School. He shared his knowledge with many students before focusing more on his writing.
Harri Jõgisalu's Books
Harri Jõgisalu is best known for his stories written for young readers. His books often teach about nature and the simple life in the countryside. He had a special way of making these topics interesting for kids.
Some of his well-known short stories include:
- 1967: "Käopoja tänu" ('The Cuckoo-chick's Thanks')
- 1982: "Kärp" ('The Stoat')
- 1984: "Maaleib" ('Bread of the Land')
These stories show his love for the natural world and his talent for telling engaging tales.
