Author Talk with Elin Anna Labba of The Rocks Will Echo Our Sorrow

The same year the original was published, it was also translated into Northern Sámi under the title Hearrát dat bidje min: bággojohtimiid birra and from Swedish to Norwegian Bokmål in 2021 as Herrene sendte oss hit: om tvangsflyttingen av samene."

In Elin Anna Labba's most recent book (January 2024), "Far inte till havet" (Do Not Go to Sea), the author delves into the compelling story of Ingá and Rávdná, a mother and daughter grappling with the sudden submersion of their idyllic summer village by a corporation's damming of the lake. Labba explores the challenges faced by the characters as they navigate the clash between tradition and modern societal expectations. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of the 20th century's hydroelectric era in northern Sweden, drawing inspiration from the real-life drowning of Sami villages. The novel masterfully depicts the impact of the transformed landscape, emphasizing themes of resistance, isolation, and the evolving dynamics within the community. Labba's exploration of cultural identity and the consequences of external forces on indigenous communities creates a powerful and thought-provoking portrayal of the characters' struggles and the changing world around them.  Based on stories about Sami villages that were drowned during the 20th century's great hydroelectric era in northern Sweden.