The Kalevala

di Elias Lönnrot (Autore)

JOHN MARTIN CRAWFORD (Traduttore)

Zenith Maple Leaf Press, 2025

? What if an entire nation's soul was captured in song? Compiled by Elias Lönnrot in the 19th century, The Kalevala is Finland's national epic—a breathtaking tapestry of myth, folklore, and poetry drawn from centuries of oral tradition. Its verses recount the adventures of heroes, shamans, and tricksters in a land of magic, where songs wield power, rivers sparkle with mystery, and the fate of kingdoms rests on the forging of the legendary Sampo. At once lyrical and epic, tragic and humorous, The Kalevala reflects timeless themes of love, rivalry, creation, and destiny. More than a collection of tales, it is the very heartbeat of Finnish cultural identity, influencing writers, artists, and composers from J. R. R. Tolkien to Jean Sibelius. ?? Why readers treasure The Kalevala: A world-class epic often compared to Homer's Iliad and Odyssey. Rich in myth, folklore, and archetypal heroes. An enduring source of inspiration for literature, music, and art. ?? Click Buy Now and journey into a world of enchantment, where song and legend shape the universe.

• Autore: Elias Lönnrot
• Traduttore: JOHN MARTIN CRAWFORD
• Curatore: Zenith Maple Leaf Press
• Anno edizione: 2025
• Editore: Zenith Maple Leaf Press
• Formato: EPUB2 con Adobe DRM
• Compatibilità: Tutti i dispositivi (eccetto Kindle)
• Layout: Reflowable
• EAN: 9791070121498

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