Summer Fishing in Lapland

Name: Summer Fishing in Lapland
Brand: Gardners Books Ltd
SKU: 9781782278931
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By Juhani Karila

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Summer Fishing in Lapland by Juhani Karila is a whimsical blend of folklore and humour set in the pristine wilderness of Lapland. The story follows Elina Ylijaako, who embarks on an annual trip to the remote swamps, balancing personal quests and supernatural challenges. Rich with magical realism, it explores themes of tradition, nature, and the mysteries lurking in the northern landscapes.
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If you're captivated by enchanting landscapes and enjoy stories infused with magical realism, this novel might reel you in. Set against the backdrop of the pristine wilderness in Finland’s far north, it explores the intersection of humour, mystery, and tradition in a uniquely northern setting.

Summer Fishing in Lapland

A brilliantly weird literary fantasy set in a Lapland filled with mythical creatures

Description

When Elina makes her annual summer pilgrimage to her remote family farm in Lapland, she has three days to catch the pike in a local pond, or she and the love of her life will both die.

This year, her task is made even more difficult by the intervention of a host of deadly supernatural creatures and a murder detective on her tail. Can Elina catch the pike and put to rest the curse that has been hanging over her head ever since a youthful love affair turned sour?

Can Sergeant Janatuinen make it back to civilisation in one piece? And just why is Lapland in summer so weird?

Summer Fishing in Lapland is an audacious, genre-defying blend of fantasy, folk tale, and nature writing.

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This vibrant novel by Juhani Karila is praised for its rich blend of multiple storylines and mythical creatures, providing an enthralling reading experience. It creatively stretches the boundaries of reality, mixing elements of love, thriller, and fantasy with touches of comedy and popular myths. Critics laud Karila's boundless imagination and humorous, brilliantly executed narrative, making it an exceptionally engaging read.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781782278931

Publisher: Pushkin Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Pushkin Press

Contributors:

Translated by Lola Rogers

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Juhani Karila (b. 1985) is an award-winning journalist and an author who was born and raised in Finnish Lapland. Summer Fishing in Lapland is his debut novel. It was published in 2019, winning widespread acclaim and numerous prizes in Finland, and is being translated into 13 languages around the world.