The Saami : A Cultural Encyclopaedia
137: The Finnish Literature Society, 2005. 1st Edition. Softcover. This work explores Sámi culture from an internal perspective, highlighting the diversity within the Sámi community, including previously underrepresented groups such as the Kola Sámi and the Inari and Skolt Sámi. The encyclopedia covers Sámi languages, history, mythology, folklore, literature, music, economy, livelihoods, and media. It emphasizes contemporary Sámi life, addressing human rights, education, art, and social issues. The region’s nature and environment are featured as key contextual elements. Biographical entries highlight important Sámi and non-Sámi figures in Sámi history and culture. Characteristic Sámi cultural terms and concepts are defined, and etymological articles explore key Sámi words across different fields. Richly illustrated with images and maps.
Text in English. 498 pp. Near Fine. Item #1825
ISBN: 9789517465069
Price: $200.00