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Finnish Folklore (Studia Fennica Folkloristica,)

paperback – December 31, 2000
by Virtanen, Leea
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ISBN-13: 9789517179386 ISBN-10: 9517179383
Publisher
University of Washington Press
Binding
paperback
Published
December 31, 2000
Weight
1.4 lbs
Dimensions
24.80×1.90×17.10 cm

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Finnish Folklore (Studia Fennica Folkloristica,) by Virtanen, Leea. paperback edition. ISBN: 9789517179386.

The authors (affiliation unknown) present a survey of Finnish folklore from the 19th century to the present. They begin by explaining how folklore has been collected and researched in Finland, what regional distinctions exist, and how traditions have changed as Finland has modernized. The second half of the book consists of an anthology of works, including poetry, epics, folk songs, and childrens stories in both Finnish and English. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)