The Hero of Esthonia V1: And Other Studies in the Romantic Literature of That Country (1895)

""The Hero of Esthonia V1: And Other Studies in the Romantic Literature of That Country"" is a book written by William Forsell Kirby, originally published in 1895. This book is a collection of essays and studies that explore the romantic literature of Estonia, a country in Northern Europe. The first volume of the book focuses on the titular hero of Esthonia, a legendary figure from Estonian folklore. Kirby provides an in-depth analysis of the character and the stories surrounding him, as well as the cultural significance of the hero in Estonian society. The remaining essays in the book examine various aspects of Estonian romantic literature, including the role of women in Estonian folklore, the influence of German literature on Estonian writers, and the use of nature imagery in Estonian poetry. Kirby's work provides a valuable insight into the literature and culture of Estonia, making this book an important resource for scholars and enthusiasts of Estonian literature and folklore.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.