02388cam a22003493u 4500 48750 UtSlPG 20260610134124.0 m cr n 260607r2015||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG sv iso639-1 PH Lönnrot, Elias, 1802-1884 Elias Lönnrots svenska skrifter. 1. Uppsatser och översättningar Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2015 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2015-04-20 Produced by Jari Koivisto "Elias Lönnrots svenska skrifter. 1. Uppsatser och översättningar" by Elias Lönnrot is a scholarly collection of essays and translations written in the early 20th century. The work compiles various scholarly writings of Lönnrot, a prominent Finnish folklorist, linguist, and physician, focusing on Finnish folklore, poetry, and linguistics. This volume features discussions on topics such as Finnish magical medicine, ancient ballads, the Kalevala, and Finnish proverbs, reflecting Lönnrot’s deep engagement with his cultural heritage. The opening of this collection provides a foreword by Jenny af Forselles, explaining the background of the book and its intention to celebrate Lönnrot's legacy. It outlines the structure of the volume, emphasizing pieces that delve into Finnish folklore and linguistics. Following this introduction, Lönnrot begins discussing Finnish magical medicine based on his experiences and observations, providing insights into how traditional beliefs and practices were intertwined with both religious and healing contexts among the Finnish people. This thorough exploration sets the stage for a deeper understanding of Finnish cultural identity and its historical narratives through the lens of Lönnrot's writings. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Folklore -- Finland Lönnrot, Elias, 1802-1884 -- Correspondence Philologists -- Finland -- Correspondence Finnish language Forselles, Jenny af https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48750 89589 89589