Elias Lönnrot, Zenith Ivory Tower Publications

The Kalevala (eBook, ePUB)

The Epic Finnish Saga of Myth, Magic, and Heroic Legends

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

An Epic Born of Ice, Fire, and Song - The Heart of Finnish Mythology Unfolds in The Kalevala. Step into a world of creation myths, enchanted forests, celestial heroes, and cosmic battles - a poetic odyssey that shaped the soul of a nation. The Kalevala, compiled by Elias Lönnrot in the 19th century, is one of the great epic poems of world literature. Rooted in ancient Finnish oral tradition, this masterpiece brings together songs and stories passed down for generations. From the powerful sage Väinämöinen to the tragic beauty of Aino and the forging of the magical Sampo, these mythic tales pulse with elemental power, raw emotion, and timeless wisdom. With its rich rhythm, mystical symbolism, and sweeping scope, The Kalevala has inspired writers from Tolkien to Longfellow-and continues to captivate modern readers with its otherworldly charm and cultural significance. "A literary treasure and cultural cornerstone of Finland." - The Finnish Literary Society "A mesmerizing blend of myth and music. Comparable to Homer's epics." - World Literature Today "Echoes of The Kalevala resonate in Tolkien, Le Guin, and even Marvel mythology." - Goodreads Reviewer Perfect for lovers of mythology, epic fantasy, and folkloric heritage, this edition of The Kalevala opens a gateway to the primal legends that echo through Nordic history. Click 'Buy Now' and journey through the enchanting, heroic, and mysterious realms of The Kalevala.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Zenith Ivory Tower Publications
• Seitenzahl: 735
• Erscheinungstermin: 23. Juli 2025
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9782386918117
• Artikelnr.: 74987568

Autorenporträt

Elias Lönnrot (9 April 1802 - 19 March 1884) was a Finnish physician, philologist and collector of traditional Finnish oral poetry. He is best known for creating the Finnish national epic, Kalevala, (1835, enlarged 1849), from short ballads and lyric poems gathered from the Finnish oral tradition during several expeditions in Finland, Russian Karelia, the Kola Peninsula and Baltic countries.