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The Kalevala: Finland's National Epic

Storyteller and musician Nick Hennessey travels to Finland to explore the mythical world of the country's national poem, The Kalevala.

Storyteller and musician Nick Hennessey travels to Finland to explore the mythical world of the country's national poem, The Kalevala.

First published in 1835, this 50-chapter epic inspired a 19th-century artistic awakening and remains a cornerstone of contemporary Finnish culture. Speaking to musicians and critics, Hennessey finds out how the poem helped shape the nation.

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30 minutes

Last on

Sat 2 Jan 2010 23:30

Broadcasts

  • Sun 27 Dec 2009 16:30
  • Sat 2 Jan 2010 23:30