Lapin muisteluksia

Name: Lapin muisteluksia
Author: Samuli Paulaharju

By Samuli Paulaharju

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A collection of ethnographic recollections assembled from fieldwork in Lapland and nearby regions, presenting oral traditions, old songs, spells, proverbs, riddles, and local histories recorded from elderly informants. The pieces describe traditional livelihoods and seasonal movements, encounters between long-time inhabitants and newcomers, beliefs about spirits and healing, rites and songs, and everyday anecdotes such as thefts and place-origin tales. Material is given largely in the speakers' voices and is accompanied by drawings, photographs, and explanatory notes.

About the Author

Samuli Paulaharju

Samuli Paulaharju was a Finnish author and ethnographer known for his detailed observations of the culture and traditions of the Finnish Lapland and Karelia. His works often blend travel writing with ethnographic studies, providing insights into the lives and customs of the indigenous peoples of these regions. Notable titles include "Kainuun mailta: Kansantietoutta Kajaanin kulmilta" and "Syntymä, lapsuus ja kuolema: Vienan Karjalan tapoja ja uskomuksia," which explore local folklore and practices. Paulaharju's contributions have enriched the understanding of Finnish cultural heritage and continue to be of interest to scholars and readers alike.