Mythology Of The Sámi

Step into a magical journey to learn about Sámi mythology and folklore. Be amazed by these beautiful stories, the worship of the reindeer spirit, the northern lights, the deer that holds the sun in its antlers and gods and goddesses that brought the light, thunder and snow with them. The Sàmi are the indigenous people of Scandinavia. Residing in four countries. Lapland of Finland, Sweden, Norway and the Kola Peninsula in Russia. Learn about the connections between Sámi and Scandinavian mythology and Disney's Frozen II, which was made in collaboration with the representatives from Sámi nations. We will also dive into gender roles, motherhood and ancestral beliefs. Are you interested in myths and legends from Lapland? This book is for everyone who are interested to learn about the mythology of the Sámi and the history of the Sámi spirituality. You can also expect guidance for personal shamanic practice and how to implement practices shared in this book in your every day life. There is also a section about Shaman drums and Shaman drum patterns in Scandinavia. Illustrated with enchanting paintings from the author, the mythology of the Sámi is a treasure for anyone who loves to step into the world of magical folktales.
Niina Niskanen is a Finnish artist and folklorist known by her online name "Fairychamber". Niina is a YouTuber and a podcaster and she is known for her vivid illustrations and storytelling. One of her speciality is to research the portrayal of mythology and folkore in pop culture.