This book by four Estonian sauna enthusiasts makes a perfect addition to any sauna. Just about everything you´ve wondered about both the Northern European steam sauna and baths around the worlds is explored: the deeper origins of the Estonian sauna tradition, bathing practices in olden days and modern times, the differences between the Islamic world´s hammam and Japanese onsen, the sauna´s role in supporting health and healing, and how to build your own modern Northern European steam sauna.