Sauna - by Emma O'Kelly (Hardcover)

About the Book

Sauna highlights the benefits the sauna brings to body and mind, its connection to nature, its history and mythology and its compatibility with another great invigorator - cold water swimming.

Book Synopsis

'This beautiful and timely book will appeal to anyone looking to deepen their experience, with or without the added joy of a cold swim.' Kate Rew, author of The Outdoor Swimmers' Handbook

'An essential guide to a movement reborn, blending modernity and tradition, design and wellness, community and nature.' Sarah Douglas, editor in chief, Wallpaper magazine

There is a new wave of sauna culture spreading throughout the UK and beyond. Saunas are being built in unique settings providing tech-free spaces in which to gather, share stories and enjoy nature. The tradition has a rich history, filled with rituals that encourage us to soak up the mental and physical health benefits of deep heat.

This book honours the old, embraces the new, and plunges headlong into the transformative power of steam.

'Smartly written and beautifully illustrated ... a celebration of a cultural resurgence and a reminder of the power of connecting with nature and something larger than ourselves.' Mikkel Aaland, author of Sweat

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About the Author

Emma O'Kelly has been an editor and writer at Wallpaper magazine for 24 years - since issue 4. She has travelled extensively in Finland, Sweden, Denmark and Norway, scoping out Nordic design, architecture and art, and has met many of each country's leading talents.

Maija Astikainen's work has been published both in Finnish and international media such as the Telegraph, the Financial Times, NBC's Today.com and Les Echos Weekend, to mention a few. She works regularly for Finland's biggest travel magazine Mondo and has photographed several travel guides.