Финская мифология: Введение в мифы, богов и легенды

Uncover the secrets of Finnish mythology and embark on a journey through the gods and heroes, mythical creatures, epic battles and quests for love, wisdom, riches and revenge of this unique Nordic tradition. Meet the witch goddess Louhi with supreme magical powers, the god of wisdom Väinämöinen and his journeys to the underworld, the blacksmith god Ilmarinen who created a device that everyone covets and is willing to sacrifice everything for, the witch Joukahainen whose grudge started creation, the beautiful northern maiden whom heroes travel to court and are given impossible tasks, and adventurous heroes Lemminkäinen and Kullervo who face tragic deaths and miraculous resurrections. This book tells the fascinating tale of Finnish mythology in a way that is insightful, yet easy to follow, with a fresh perspective that offers discoveries to both novices and experts, starting from the very beginning – an eternal grudge and a duck’s egg. Visit the mythical realms from the northern Pohjola to the deepest underworld Tuonela, nature’s realms ruled by gods Tapio, Mielikki, Ahti and Vellamo, and meet mythical creatures like magical elks, swans of death and curious beings like Vetehinen or Lempo that lurk in forests and waters or shoot arrows from the sky. Follow the heroes' quests for love, wisdom, revenge, power or riches, learn about the eternal rivalry between sorcerers, threats to the Sun and Moon, the myth of the giant oak and the epic legend of a mythical device, the Sampo, that has a cosmic significance for all humankind. Understand the structure of the underworld and the role of human souls and the gods of death in the afterlife. Presenting myths from both the Kalevala: The Finnish Epic and the folk poems in a researched, accurate way, this book offers you an overview of the mythology and an understanding of its core themes, putting together the pieces to create a big picture. Hop on the journey into Finnish mythology now! It will be a memorable ride. Uncover the secrets of Finnish mythology with this book. After reading this book, you will have an overview of Finnish mythology and an understanding of its core themes. Tiina Porthan, Master of Arts, is a published author who collaborates with illustrator Tero Porthan to make Finnish mythology known worldwide, writing for English-speaking audience to enable access to information that has so far existed only in Finnish. The epic illustrations of Tero Porthan will further immerse you in the world of ancient myths.