An Anthology of Finnish Folktales

An Anthology of Finnish Folktales
Title An Anthology of Finnish Folktales PDF eBook
Author Pirkko-Liisa Rausmaa
Publisher Welsh Academic Press
Pages 0
Release 2013
Genre Fiction
ISBN 9781860570834

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Storytelling as a living tradition has been preserved longer in Finland than in many other countries, because of its relative geographical isolation compared to other countries that more readily came into contact with other civilizations which destroyed local oral traditions. As in other countries, skilled storytellers were often representatives of the itinerant trades, such as cobblers, tailors, lumberjacks, peddlers, and beggars. Now available in paperback, this anthology of Finnish folktales is an excellent introduction to a rich oral tradition for both the general reader and for students of folklore. The book also includes a number of popular Finnish jokes and anecdotes. [Please note: This collection was previously published in hardback as The Maiden Who Rose from the Sea and Other Finnish Folktales by Hisarlik Press in 1992.]

Finnish Folklore

Finnish Folklore
Title Finnish Folklore PDF eBook
Author Leea Virtanen
Publisher
Pages 308
Release 2000
Genre Ethnicity
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This book presents an overview of Finnish folklore from the nineteenth century to the present. The Nordic country of Finland has been influenced by both east and west and serves as an excellent showcase of European folklore in general. Guided by Finnish Folklore, readers will learn how folklore has been collected and researched in Finland, what regional distinctions exist in the country's traditions, and how traditions have changed in the process of modernization. An extensive anthology section features ancient alliterative poetry, such as formed the basis of the Finnish national epic Kalevala. The book contains translated examples of rhymed folk songs, folktales, legends, and other narratives, proverbs, riddles, jokes, and contemporary genres like children's folklore, urban legends, and anecdotes. Tradition continues to live on in communications from person to person, sometimes travelling thousands of miles and over many national borders in the process. The same item of folklore may acquire new meanings in new contexts. What is the linking thread of tradition? Humour, sexuality, fear, or laughter? Is it our eternal longing for happiness or just the endless need of human beings to pass the time with each other?

Nordic Tales

Nordic Tales
Title Nordic Tales PDF eBook
Author Chronicle Books
Publisher Chronicle Books
Pages 163
Release 2019-08-13
Genre Fiction
ISBN 9781452174471

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Trolls haunt the snowy forests, and terrifying monsters roam the open sea. A young woman journeys to the end of the world, and a boy proves he knows no fear. This collection of 16 traditional tales transports readers to the enchanting world of Nordic folklore. Translated and transcribed by folklorists in the 19th century, and presented here unabridged, the stories are by turns magical, hilarious, cozy, and chilling. They offer a fascinating view into Nordic culture and a comforting wintertime read. Ulla Thynell's glowing contemporary illustrations accompany each tale, conjuring dragons, princesses, and the northern lights. This special gift edition features an embossed, textured case and a ribbon marker.

Historical Dictionary of Finland

Historical Dictionary of Finland
Title Historical Dictionary of Finland PDF eBook
Author Titus Hjelm
Publisher Rowman & Littlefield
Pages 481
Release 2021-08-15
Genre History
ISBN 1538111543

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Finland was part of Sweden until 1809, it then became a Grand Duchy of the Russian Empire until it declared its independence on December 6, 1917. From these humble beginnings, Finland has emerged as an important player in the European Union and the world. Historical Dictionary of Finland, Third Edition contains a chronology, an introduction, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has more than 300 cross-referenced entries on important personalities as well as aspects of the country’s politics, economy, foreign relations, religion, and culture. This book is an excellent resource for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about Finland.

The Dedalus Book of Finnish Fantasy

The Dedalus Book of Finnish Fantasy
Title The Dedalus Book of Finnish Fantasy PDF eBook
Author Johanna Sinisalo
Publisher European Literary Fantasy Anthologies
Pages 346
Release 2005
Genre Fiction
ISBN

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The latest volume in the Dedalus European fantasy series, this anthology of short stories includes a wide range of texts covering the period from nineteenth century until today. The richness and diversity of the stories reflects the long tradition of fantasy in Finnish literature, ranging from the classics to experimental literature, from satire to horror. This is the first collection of Finnish short stories of its kind and almost all are translated into English for the first time.

Folktales and Fairy Tales [4 volumes]

Folktales and Fairy Tales [4 volumes]
Title Folktales and Fairy Tales [4 volumes] PDF eBook
Author Anne E. Duggan Ph.D.
Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Pages 2815
Release 2016-02-12
Genre Social Science
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Encyclopedic in its coverage, this one-of-a-kind reference is ideal for students, scholars, and others who need reliable, up-to-date information on folk and fairy tales, past and present. Folktales and fairy tales have long played an important role in cultures around the world. They pass customs and lore from generation to generation, provide insights into the peoples who created them, and offer inspiration to creative artists working in media that now include television, film, manga, photography, and computer games. This second, expanded edition of an award-winning reference will help students and teachers as well as storytellers, writers, and creative artists delve into this enchanting world and keep pace with its past and its many new facets. Alphabetically organized and global in scope, the work is the only multivolume reference in English to offer encyclopedic coverage of this subject matter. The four-volume collection covers national, cultural, regional, and linguistic traditions from around the world as well as motifs, themes, characters, and tale types. Writers and illustrators are included as are filmmakers and composers—and, of course, the tales themselves. The expert entries within volumes 1 through 3 are based on the latest research and developments while the contents of volume 4 comprises tales and texts. While most books either present readers with tales from certain countries or cultures or with thematic entries, this encyclopedia stands alone in that it does both, making it a truly unique, one-stop resource.

Theory and History of Folklore

Theory and History of Folklore
Title Theory and History of Folklore PDF eBook
Author Vladimir I︠A︡kovlevich Propp
Publisher U of Minnesota Press
Pages 340
Release 1985
Genre Folk literature, Russian
ISBN 9781452902210

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