Under the Rays of the Aurora Borealis, Vol. 2 of 2 (Classic Reprint): In the Land of the Lapps and Kvaens: In the Land of the Lapps and Kvaens (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Journey through a frozen world of reindeer trails and Arctic skies, where culture, curiosity, and survival meet under the aurora.
Set in Lapland and the Finnish borderlands, this immersive travelogue follows a daring expedition across snowbound landscapes, reindeer paths, and remote settlements. The narrative blends natural wonder with vivid encounters, offering a ground-level view of Lapp and Finnish life, customs, and harsh but beautiful surroundings. This volume, part of a two-volume set, continues the author’s vivid, firsthand exploration of the north, illustrated with archival images and maps.
What you’ll experience
- Dusty sled journeys, winter landscapes, and the rhythm of life in the Arctic
- Profiles of Lapps and Finns, their daily routines, dress, and inns along the way
- Observations on travel challenges, weather, and the practicalities of Arctic exploration
- Captivating scenes of auroras, frost, and remote outposts that illuminate the North
Ideal for readers who enjoy historical travelogues, Arctic exploration, and cultural glimpses of Lapland and its neighbors.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a unique perspective on life in Lapland during the mid-19th century. The author, a clergyman who lived for several years among the indigenous Sami people, explores a period of religious and social upheaval. During a time when much of the Sami population was leaving their traditional nomadic lifestyle for Christianity, a charismatic religious leader named Lars Levi Laestadius emerged, inciting a period of intense religious fervor. The author witnessed the resulting division within Sami communities and offers invaluable insights into the power of religious belief, community, and tradition. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780282028954_0
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