Information booklets

Estonian National Symbols

A richly illustrated essayistic overview of significant national and popular symbols, explaining the origin of these phenomena, their history and relevant facts, beliefs and principles. The chapter on Estonian money in the second print has been updated.

The older version (2010) with a CD with the Estonian anthem in four different presentations is also available.

Text by: Ken Kalling

Second edition: 2012
32 pp
210 x 210 mm

ISBN: 978-9949-9160-5-4
 

A dozen questions about Estonia

Enlightening answers to a dozen questions that a foreigner might want to know about Estonia. At least in our opinion.

Festivals in Estonia 2012

Presenting a diverse selection of key festivals and cultural events in Estonia in 2012, the booklet introduces more than 200 events, from the spheres of visual arts, music, theatre, film, traditional culture, dance and literature. More information about cultural events in Estonian and Estonian events abroad is available at www.culture.ee.

Graphic design by: design and ad agency Refleks

The World of the Estonian Literature

A publication based on the text of Jan Kaus and supplemented by numerous references and explanations. It talks about Estonian literary life in centres and in the hinterland, about great literary figures, showing how the works of our literary classics have intertwined with everyday life and other fields of culture.

Text by: Jan Kaus
Graphic design by: Piia Ruber

First edition: 2011
56 pp
210 x 210 mm

ISBN 978-9985-9994-7-9

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The Estonian Language

We know that Estonians define themselves mostly through their mother tongue. What is the sound and construction of this language, where are its roots and connections with other languages, and whether and how it influences the Estonian way of thinking?

Text by: Urmas Sutrop
Illustrations by: Jaagup Roomet
Graphic desing by: Aadam Kaarma

First edition: 2000

28 pp
170 x  260 mm

ISBN: 978-9985-9994-6-2

Estonian History in Pictures

Our choice of key events in the Estonian history; to refresh your memory, or to act as a starting point for a bout of interest.

Text by: Estonian Institute and Priit Raudkivi
Graphic desing by: Angelika Schneider

Current edition: 2009
36 pp
210 x 280 mm

ISBN: 978-9985-9994-0-0

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Hilarious Estonia

A scientific study of Estonians’ daily life. What do they do and how they do it, what do they like and what do they dislike? What do they look like and what do they eat? How can they surprise one another?

Text by: Rohke Debelakk
Drawings by: Hillar Mets

First edition: 2001
40 pp
170 x 260 mm

Republic of Estonia 90

Catalogue of the exhibition compiled on the occasion of the 90th anniversary of the Republic of Estonia. Every year (1917-2007) is represented by a photograph.

Text by: Lauri Vahre and Estonian Institute
Graphic desing by: Angelika Schneider

First edition: 2008

48 pp
300 x 155 mm

ISBN: 978-9985-9698-5-4

Estonian Nature

A matter-of-fact overview of Estonian nature: from its geological underbelly, via types of wetlands to all kinds of beings, walking, flying or swimming.

Text by: Estonian Institute and Indrek Rohtmets
Graphic desing by: Aadam Kaarma

First edition: 2005
24 pp
190 x 270 mm

ISBN: 9985-9509-8-4

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Estonian Cuisine

Estonia is a nordic country: darkness and frost bring to the table sauerkraut and roast; in summertime, on the other hand, the people eat everything light and fresh that gardens have to offer.

Text by: Maire Suitsu
Graphic desing by: Krete Pajo

First edition: 2003

20 pp
200 x 200 mm

ISBN: 9985-9509-7-6

Estonian Home

Home is the place where Estonians have always been truly themselves. This place reflects their true nature and this is where they invite their friends.

Still lifes of Estonian homes through the eyes of the Dutch photographer Henri van Noordenburg.

Text by: Lauri Vahtre
Photos by: Henri van Noordenburg
Graphic desing by: Piia Ruber

First edition: 2008
42 pp
240 x 190 mm

ISBN: 978-9985-9698-1-6

Estonian national costumes

An introduction to the reasons, patterns and secrets of wearing of folk costumes, still to be seen in daily use in several pockets of Estonia.

Text by: Reet Piiri, Vaike Reemann and Lore Listra
Graphic desing by: Marti Laurimaa

First edition: 2003
28 pp
170 x 280 mm

ISBN: 9985-9341-3-X

Estonian Song & Dance Celebration

“Song festivals have never been fashionable, because they are not a thing of fashion. A song festival is a matter of the heart. Just like Estonian language and mindset, like love”.
Lennart Meri

Text by: Lore Listra and Rein Sikk
Graphic desing by: Martin Rästa

Current edition: 2009
36 pp
140 x 220 cm

ISBN: 978-9985-9921-5-9

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Eesti keel ja kultuur maailmas 2009

Konverentsi „Eesti keel ja kultuur maailmas III” kogumik.

Toimetajad: Mart Meri, Katrin Maiste, Raina Reiljan

106 lk
145 x 210 mm

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Crafts and Arts in Estonia

The men and women who once produced 'folk art' knew nothing about this artificial concept. Maybe we could find the original focus of these thing if we would forget it as well...

Text by: Vaike Reemann and Piret Õunapuu
Graphic desing by: Piia Ruber

First edition: 2004
48 pp
170 x 260 mm

ISBN: 9985-9509-1-7

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Things Estonian

Sprats, E-government, Cow-Pats and Bear's Trousers, Limestone, The Junipers, Barn Swallow, The Sauna and all these other things.

Text by: Estonian Institute
Illustrations and desing by: Mall Nukke

First Edition: 2003
21 pp
225 x 170 mm

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