Finnish Myth

Beautiful goddesses, fierce warriors, formidable beasts, and Ragnarök itself—these magical tales have enthralled audiences for centuries. This classic collection of tales offers fascinating insights into Nordic cultures. This captivating book dives deep into the rich history of the region and recalls both the most popular and little-known tales of the north. This phenomenal compendium of northern European folklore is informed by archaeology and literature. Celebrating the intricacies of a long-lost world, Northern Mythology breathes new life into the tales of the distant past.

A farmer tells his sons to chop down a tree and travel in the direction the tree points to find a bride. The oldest's tree points north, the middle son's tree points south, but Veikko, the youngest son, his tree points to the forest. His brothers laugh, but Veikko enters the forest to see who awaits him. Who is the bride? Discover her identity in this charming Finnish folktale.