Tua Birgitta Forsström is a Finnish author writing in Swedish, whose work delves into the Finnish landscape, the experience of travel, and the intricate conflicts within relationships. She masterfully employs quotations, weaving them directly into her poetry or using them as introspective interludes to explore complex themes. Her distinctive approach invites readers to consider the interplay between personal experience and broader philosophical ideas, creating a rich and layered reading experience.
Tua Forsstroem is one of Finland's best-loved Swedish-language poets. Her poetry draws its sonorous and plangent music from the landscapes of Finland, seeking harmony between the troubled human heart and the threatened natural world. Her new book focuses acutely on death and grief, and in particular the devastating loss of her beloved granddaughter.