Kalevala by Elias Lönnrot

387 pages first pub 1835 (editions)

fiction poetry adventurous challenging slow-paced

Description

First compiled from oral tradition in a systemic way in the early 19th century, this is the Finnish national epic, the greatest example of Finnish literature and the ancient text that illuminates the unique character of these Baltic peoples. Here,...

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Moods

adventurous 91%
challenging 50%
mysterious 25%
dark 20%
reflective 20%
inspiring 16%
funny 12%
informative 12%
lighthearted 8%
relaxing 8%
tense 8%
hopeful 4%
sad 4%

Pace

slow 65%
medium 23%
fast 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 40% | A mix: 30% | Character: 30%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 44% | No: 33% | Yes: 22%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 45% | No: 36% | N/A: 9% | Yes: 9%

Diverse cast of characters?

It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 25% | No: 25% | Yes: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 37% | Yes: 37% | N/A: 12% | No: 12%

Average rating

3.85

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