Kalevala 1835-1985 : The National Epic of Finland
131: Helsinki University Library, 1985. Softcover. Published to commemorate 150 years since the first edition of the Kalevala (1835), this volume explores the cultural, historical, and artistic significance of Finland’s national epic. It traces how Elias Lönnrot’s compilation of oral poetry grew into a cornerstone of Finnish identity and inspired generations of artists, writers, and scholars.
Combining essays, historical context, and visual material, the book presents the Kalevala not just as a literary work, but as a living cultural force—shaping national consciousness, mythology, and artistic expression across centuries.
This book is not The Kalevala, but a book to introduce to Kalevala and its translations.
Text in English. 82 pp. Illustrated.
Some slight yellowing on the page edges and minor scratches on the covers, otherwise in really good condition. Very Good. Item #7811
ISBN: 9514535456
Price: $100.00