Scandinavian Folk & Fairy Tales: Tales From Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Iceland
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
From the frost-bitten fjords of Norway to the volcanic shores of Iceland, Scandinavian Folk & Fairy Tales presents a sweeping and richly illustrated collection of the most beloved traditional stories from five Nordic nations — Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, and Iceland. Edited by Claire Booss, this anthology gathers centuries-old tales of trolls, enchanted forests, cunning heroes, and capricious gods, weaving together a vibrant tapestry of Northern European folklore that has shaped the cultural imagination of the world. Each story pulses with the raw wonder of an oral tradition passed down through long winter nights, capturing the wit, wisdom, and wildness of the Norse and Scandinavian spirit. Booss's careful editorial hand uncovers the shared mythological threads that bind these distinct Nordic cultures, while preserving the unique voice and character of each nation's storytelling tradition. The illustrated format adds a further layer of enchantment, bringing to life the vivid imagery of these ancient worlds with artwork befitting their grandeur. Scholars of mythology, lovers of classic fantasy, and readers young and old will find this collection an indispensable and endlessly rewarding companion — one that reminds us that the oldest stories are, invariably, the ones that endure.
Author: Claire Booss
Format: Hardback
Genre: Anthology
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
From the frost-bitten fjords of Norway to the volcanic shores of Iceland, Scandinavian Folk & Fairy Tales presents a sweeping and richly illustrated collection of the most beloved traditional stories from five Nordic nations — Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, and Iceland. Edited by Claire Booss, this anthology gathers centuries-old tales of trolls, enchanted forests, cunning heroes, and capricious gods, weaving together a vibrant tapestry of Northern European folklore that has shaped the cultural imagination of the world. Each story pulses with the raw wonder of an oral tradition passed down through long winter nights, capturing the wit, wisdom, and wildness of the Norse and Scandinavian spirit. Booss's careful editorial hand uncovers the shared mythological threads that bind these distinct Nordic cultures, while preserving the unique voice and character of each nation's storytelling tradition. The illustrated format adds a further layer of enchantment, bringing to life the vivid imagery of these ancient worlds with artwork befitting their grandeur. Scholars of mythology, lovers of classic fantasy, and readers young and old will find this collection an indispensable and endlessly rewarding companion — one that reminds us that the oldest stories are, invariably, the ones that endure.