Gods, heroes, and magical songs in a land of eternal twilight.

The Kalevala, compiled by Elias Lönnrot from Finnish oral tradition, is one of the great epics of world literature-a sweeping collection of myth, folklore, and poetry that tells the story of creation, heroic quests, rival sorcerers, and elemental forces .

A foundational text for Finnish identity and a major influence on J.R.R. Tolkien, this epic blends lyrical beauty with cosmic drama, featuring unforgettable characters like Väinämöinen, Lemminkäinen, and the mysterious Sampo. It is a mythological odyssey full of enchantment, transformation, and timeless wisdom.

This edition includes a modern English translation, insightful annotations, and cultural context-ideal for fans of epic poetry, mythology, and classic literature from around the world .

"As essential to Finland as the Iliad is to Greece or the Mahabharata to India." - The New York Review of Books
"A rare and poetic vision of mythic Europe." - World Literature Today

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