Step into a world of magic, mystery, and ancient heroism with Tales From the Lands of Snow and Ice, the first in a spellbinding collection of Scandinavian folk tales.
In the heart of the frozen north, long winter nights were filled with stories of wonder, whispered around roaring fires. These tales, passed down through generations, are woven with adventure, enchantment, and the larger-than-life heroes that define the rich storytelling traditions of Scandinavia.
This collection brings together some of the finest tales from legendary storytellers like Hans Christian Andersen, Peter Christen Asbjørnsen, Zacharias Topelius, and Andrew Lang. Drawn from iconic sources such as Andersen’s Fairy Tales, Asbjørnsen’s Tales from the Fjeld, and Lang’s Coloured Fairy Books, these stories invite you to journey into a world of snowy landscapes, mythical creatures, and timeless magic.
Whether you’re familiar with the sagas or discovering them for the first time, this collection offers a window into the captivating folklore of the north-filled with daring quests, mystical beings, and unforgettable characters. Re-reading and sharing these classic stories is not only a joy but a celebration of the centuries-old heritage they carry.
Prepare to be swept away by the icy winds of adventure in this enchanting collection of Scandinavian folk tales, where every page holds the promise of wonder.
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PREFACE
OSBORN’S PIPE
BIKKU MATTI
THE HAUNTED MILL.
THE HONEST PENNY.
ESBEN AND THE WTICH
THE DEATH OF CHANTICLEER
HANS, THE MERMAID’S SON
THE GREEDY CAT.
THE RASPBERRY WORM
GRUMBLEGIZZARD
THE WHITE DOVE
FATHER BRUIN IN THE CORNER.
REYNARD AND CHANTICLEER.
THE STORY OF SIGURD
GOODMAN AXEHAFT
THE COMPANION
KARI WOODENGOWN
THE SHOP BOY AND HIS CHEESE
PEIK
THE TROLL’S DAUGHTER
DEATH AND THE DOCTOR
THE WAY OF THE WORLD
THE BELL
THE PANCAKE
PORK AND HONEY
THE HARE AND THE HEIRESS
SLIP ROOT, CATCH REYNARD’S FOOT
BRUIN GOODFELLOW
THE DREAM OF LITTLE TUK
REYNARD WANTS TO TASTE HORSE-FLESH
MASTER TOBACCO
THE CHARCOAL-BURNER
THE SNOW QUEEN
A BOX WITH SOMETHING PRETTY IN IT
THE THREE LEMONS
THE PRIEST AND THE CLERK
FRIENDS IN LIFE AND DEATH
THE FATHER OF THE FAMILY
THREE YEARS WITHOUT WAGES
OUR PARISH CLERK
HISTORICAL NOTES
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