Norse Fairy & Folk Tales

Norse Fairy & Folk Tales
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Publisher : Arcturus Publishing
Total Pages : 276
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ISBN-10 : 9781398807471
ISBN-13 : 1398807478
Rating : 4/5 (71 Downloads)

Synopsis Norse Fairy & Folk Tales by : George Webbe Dasent

Meet gullible trolls, enterprising princesses and nefarious wizards in this treasury of 25 Norse fairy tales. Collected by Peter Christen Asbjørnsen and Jørgen Moe in the 19th century, these Norwegian stories are described by Jacob Grimm as "surpassing nearly all others." They include such well-loved tales as 'The Three Billy Goat's Gruff' and 'Taming the Shrew' and open a window into the beautiful landscapes of Norway. These funny and fantastical stories will delight the young and old.

Nordic Tales

Nordic Tales
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Publisher : Chronicle Books
Total Pages : 163
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ISBN-10 : 1452174474
ISBN-13 : 9781452174471
Rating : 4/5 (74 Downloads)

Synopsis Nordic Tales by : Chronicle Books

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.

The Complete and Original Norwegian Folktales of Asbjørnsen and Moe

The Complete and Original Norwegian Folktales of Asbjørnsen and Moe
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Publisher : U of Minnesota Press
Total Pages : 525
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ISBN-10 : 9781452964553
ISBN-13 : 1452964556
Rating : 4/5 (53 Downloads)

Synopsis The Complete and Original Norwegian Folktales of Asbjørnsen and Moe by : Peter Christen Asbjørnsen

A new, definitive English translation of the celebrated story collection regarded as a landmark of Norwegian literature and culture The extraordinary folktales collected by Peter Christen Asbjørnsen and Jørgen Moe began appearing in Norway in 1841. Over the next two decades the publication of subsequent editions under the title Norske folkeeventyr made the names Asbjørnsen and Moe synonymous with Norwegian storytelling traditions. Tiina Nunnally’s vivid translation of their monumental collection is the first new English translation in more than 150 years—and the first ever to include all sixty original tales. Magic and myth inhabit these pages in figures both familiar and strange. Giant trolls and talking animals are everywhere. The winds take human form. A one-eyed old woman might seem reminiscent of the Norse god Odin. We meet sly aunts, resourceful princesses, and devious robbers. The clever and fearless boy Ash Lad often takes center stage as he ingeniously breaks spells and defeats enemies to win half the kingdom. These stories, set in Norway’s majestic landscape of towering mountains and dense forests, are filled with humor, mischief, and sometimes surprisingly cruel twists of fate. All are rendered in the deceptively simple narrative style perfected by Asbjørnsen and Moe—now translated into an English that is as finely tuned to the modern ear as it is true to the original Norwegian. Included here—for the very first time in English—are Asbjørnsen and Moe’s Forewords and Introductions to the early Norwegian editions of the tales. Asbjørnsen gives us an intriguing glimpse into the actual collection process and describes how the stories were initially received, both in Norway and abroad. Equally fascinating are Moe’s views on how central characters might be interpreted and his notes on the regions where each story was originally collected. Nunnally’s informative Translator’s Note places the tales in a biographical, historical, and literary context for the twenty-first century. The Norwegian folktales of Asbjørnsen and Moe are timeless stories that will entertain, startle, and enthrall readers of all ages.

Norse Myths

Norse Myths
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Publisher : Penguin
Total Pages : 146
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ISBN-10 : 9780744052527
ISBN-13 : 0744052521
Rating : 4/5 (27 Downloads)

Synopsis Norse Myths by : Matt Ralphs

A beautifully illustrated and compelling collection of more than 30 ancient Norse myths for children. Exciting stories, extraordinary creatures, and compelling gods, goddesses, and heroes come together in this compendium of Norse myths--first told long ago by the Vikings. Perfect for children ages 7 to 9, this collection contains more than 30 enthralling new retellings. Read about Thor, the god of thunder and how he once disguised himself as a bride to seek revenge on a giant and retrieve his powerful hammer, Mjolnir; and how Sif, the goddess of fertility, had her long golden hair cut off by Loki, the trickster god. Each myth is told with thrilling immediacy, in language that is easy for children to understand, while retaining the awe, majesty, and intrigue of the original tales. Stunning illustrations by multi-award-winning artist Katie Ponder breathe new life into each story. Additional feature pages delve deeper into the mythical world, providing profiles of the featured gods and goddesses and giving the context behind the myths. The reference section provides key background information, such as Norse cosmology and facts about the incredible Norse characters, and comes complete with a pronunciation e-guide. Norse Myths is the perfect gift, featuring foil on the cover and beautiful illustrations throughout. Children will love exploring the tales by themselves or as bedtime stories. This stunning ebook will be treasured forever.

D'Aulaires' Book of Norwegian Folktales

D'Aulaires' Book of Norwegian Folktales
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 0816699321
ISBN-13 : 9780816699322
Rating : 4/5 (21 Downloads)

Synopsis D'Aulaires' Book of Norwegian Folktales by : Peter Christen Asbjørnsen

"These tales have been adapted from the Dasent translation of the collection of Asbjernsen and Moe"--Copyright page.

Norse Fairy Tales

Norse Fairy Tales
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Publisher :
Total Pages : 504
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ISBN-10 : UOM:39015088626208
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (08 Downloads)

Synopsis Norse Fairy Tales by : Peter Christen Asbjørnsen

Norse gods

Norse gods
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Publisher : B. Wahlströms Bokförlag
Total Pages : 229
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ISBN-10 : 9789132198151
ISBN-13 : 9132198159
Rating : 4/5 (51 Downloads)

Synopsis Norse gods by : Johan Egerkrans

Johan Egerkrans long dreamed of illustrating the Norse mythology, and when he released Norse Gods in Swedish it was an immediate success. Egerkrans re-tells the most exciting and imaginative sagas of the Norse mythology: From the creation myth in which the first giant Ymer is hacked to pieces by Odin and his brothers, to the gods' final destruction in Ragnarök. This is a gorgeously illustrated book in which gods, giants, dwarves, monsters and heroes are presented in all their glory. A book for those who already know and love these stories, as well as for those who have yet to discover Scandinavian mythology. A definitive work for readers of all ages. “It is a pleasure to be enchanted by the suggestive visualizations of Angerboda, Hel, Freya, Utgarda-Loki, Mimer and Surt." Dick Harrison, Svenska Dagbladet

Swedish Folk Tales

Swedish Folk Tales
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Publisher : Floris Books
Total Pages : 248
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ISBN-10 : IND:30000070317601
ISBN-13 :
Rating : 4/5 (01 Downloads)

Synopsis Swedish Folk Tales by :

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

Viking Folktales

Viking Folktales
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Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 1839648309
ISBN-13 : 9781839648304
Rating : 4/5 (09 Downloads)

Synopsis Viking Folktales by : Jake Jackson

"The Viking homelands of Denmark, Norway, Sweden and Iceland have a rich tradition of folklore and storytelling. From heroic sagas to tales of monstrous trolls and secret nisses, the chronicles and legends of those early seafarers echo through Nordic folk and fairy tales, which abound with character-building fables, fantastical creatures, and themes of bravery, transformation, and the magic and power of the natural world."--