Syn Boha Hromovládce – Paasilinna Arto (2009)

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The new novel by the most popular contemporary Finnish writer, Son of the God of Thunder, represents that part of Paasilinna's work where a lush world of fantasy prevails over ever yday reality. Its hero is Rutja, the son of Ukka, the god of thunder, the highest pagan deity of the ancient Finns. Rutja is sent to Earth, and his task is to lead the Finns away from the misguided path of Christianity and restore their faith in the cheerful old gods. However, after his first encounter with several contemporary Finns, he begins to doubt whether he can accomplish his demanding mission at all... Show more