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The Kalevala
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ISBN13: 9798902720829
Publisher: Lushena Books
Published: Feb 25 2026
Pages: 672
Weight: 3.03
Height: 1.94 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Publisher: Lushena Books
Published: Feb 25 2026
Pages: 672
Weight: 3.03
Height: 1.94 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Kalevala by Elias Lönnrot is a foundational epic of Finnish literature that weaves together ancient oral folklore, myth, and heroic legend. Compiled in the 19th century, the poem follows mythic figures such as Väinämöinen, Ilmarinen, and Lemminkäinen as they navigate creation, magic, love, and conflict. Rich in symbolism and runic verse, The Kalevala explores themes of nature, fate, and national identity, and remains a cornerstone of Nordic mythology and a major influence on world literature and fantasy traditions.
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