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An Illustrated Kalevala: Myths and Legends from Finland

by Kirsti Mäkinen

Subject
Fairy Tales & Folklore - Country & Cultural
Age
9-12 years
Format
Hardcover
Pages
120
Publisher
Floris Books
Size
21.3 cm × 23.6 cm
ISBN
9781782506430

Encounter mythical heroes, mighty eagles and terrifying dragons in this lavishly illustrated adaptation of the classic Finnish epic.

This superb prose retelling of Finland's national folk saga is brought to life with exquisitely detailed artwork of magical creatures, snowy mountains, adventurous heroes and dark forests by renowned illustrator Pirkko-Liisa Surojegin.

Thrilling and inspiring, An Illustrated Kalevala is the perfect collection to share on a winter's night and will give a lifetime of enjoyment to children and adults alike.

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