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An Illustrated Kalevala

Myths and Legends from Finland

Kirsti Mäkinen author Kaarina Brooks translator Pirkko-Liisa Surojegin illustrator

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Floris Books

Published:14th May '20

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Encounter magical shamans, mighty eagles and terrifying beasts 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 and give a lifetime of enjoyment to children and adults alike.

Praise for Pirkko-Liisa Surojegin:

'The illustrations are beyond marvelous.'
-- Youth Services Book Review on Otto and the Secret Light of Christmas

ISBN: 9781782506430

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 810g

160 pages