Norwegian Folk Tales by Peter Christen Asbjørnsen
A vivid collection of traditional Norwegian tales that mixes simple, earthy humor with the supernatural—trolls, huldufolk, witches and shape-shifters—alongside stories of clever peasants, brave youths, and moral lessons rooted in rural life. Gathered from oral tradition, the narratives capture Norway’s landscape and customs, balancing wonder, danger, and wit while preserving the rhythms and voice of folk storytelling.
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- Published
- 1841
- Nationality
- Norwegian
- Length
- Unknown
- Pages
- 200-400 pages
- Original Language
- Norwegian
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- Alternate Titles
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- Norske folkeeventyr
- Norwegian Folk Tales
- Norwegian Folktales
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