Scandinavian Folk & Fairy Tales

Scandinavian Folk & Fairy Tales PDF Author: Claire Booss
Publisher: Gramercy
ISBN:
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 696

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A collection of folk literature from five countries, with illustrations by native artists.

Scandinavian Folk & Fairy Tales

Scandinavian Folk & Fairy Tales PDF Author: Claire Booss
Publisher: Gramercy
ISBN:
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 696

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Book Description
A collection of folk literature from five countries, with illustrations by native artists.

Swedish Folk Tales

Swedish Folk Tales PDF Author:
Publisher: Floris Books
ISBN:
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 248

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Bauer�s trolls and giants inspired Jim Henson, Frank Oz and Neil Gaiman. Perfect for Tolkien fans.

Swedish Fairy Tales

Swedish Fairy Tales PDF Author: Herman Hofberg
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Fairy tales
Languages : en
Pages : 236

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Folktales of Norway

Folktales of Norway PDF Author: Reidar Christiansen
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 022637520X
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 335

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Often lacking the clear episodic structure of folktales about talking animals and magic objects, legends grow from retellings of personal experiences. Christiansen isolated some seventy-seven legend types, and many of these are represented here in absorbing stories of St. Olaf, hidden treasures, witches, and spirits of the air, water, and earth. The ugly, massively strong, but slow-witted trolls are familiar to English-speaking readers. Less well-known, but the subject of an enormous number of legends, are the more manlike yet sinister "huldre-folk" who live in houses and try to woo human girls. These tales reflect the wildness of Norway, its mountains, forests, lakes, and sea, and the stalwart character of its sparse population. "The translation is excellent, retaining the traditional Norwegian style . . . the tales themselves will also appeal to the interested layman."—Library Journal

Folk-lore and Legends, Germany

Folk-lore and Legends, Germany PDF Author: Charles John Tibbits
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Folklore
Languages : en
Pages : 212

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Nordic Tales

Nordic Tales PDF Author: Chronicle Books
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 9781452174471
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 163

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Trolls haunt the snowy forests, and terrifying monsters roam the open sea. A young woman journeys to the end of the world, and a boy proves he knows no fear. This collection of 16 traditional tales transports readers to the enchanting world of Nordic folklore. Translated and transcribed by folklorists in the 19th century, and presented here unabridged, the stories are by turns magical, hilarious, cozy, and chilling. They offer a fascinating view into Nordic culture and a comforting wintertime read. Ulla Thynell's glowing contemporary illustrations accompany each tale, conjuring dragons, princesses, and the northern lights. This special gift edition features an embossed, textured case and a ribbon marker.

Icelandic Folk and Fairy Tales

Icelandic Folk and Fairy Tales PDF Author: Jón Árnason
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Fairy tales
Languages : en
Pages : 144

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Collection of popular Icelandic folk and fairy tales translated into English. Arranged under three headings: elves and trolls, ghosts and sorcerers, and miscellaneous tales.

Penguin Book of Scandinavian Folktales

Penguin Book of Scandinavian Folktales PDF Author: Jacqueline Simpson
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 264

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Swedish Folktales and Legends

Swedish Folktales and Legends PDF Author: Lone Thygesen Blecher
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780816645756
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 383

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"Swedish Folktales and Legends is a diverse and representative collection of stories from Sweden's centuries-old folklore tradition. Ranging from the ribald to the romantic, from the rustic to the mythical, these are lively translations of 150 tales drawn from unique sources including the Swedish National Folklore Archives and numerous private collections, while the humorous and dramatic illustrations are gathered from classic volumes of Swedish folktales. Lone Thygesen Blecher's engaging introduction details the purpose and background of folktales and legends as well as the history of their collection. This distinctive selection presents the storytelling artistry of Sweden's lush folkloric tradition.

Fairy Tales

Fairy Tales PDF Author: Emelie Oberg
Publisher: Gibbs Smith
ISBN: 1423646622
Category : Coloring books
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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Book Description
Reminiscent of classic Swedish fairy tales, Emelie Lidehäll Öberg's debut coloring book is full of sweetly sleeping animals, dolls come to life, and whimsical abodes.