Swedish Folk Tales
| Author | : |
| Publisher | : Floris Books |
| Total Pages | : 248 |
| Release | : 2004 |
| Genre | : Juvenile Fiction |
| ISBN | : |
Bauer�s trolls and giants inspired Jim Henson, Frank Oz and Neil Gaiman. Perfect for Tolkien fans.
The Book Of Swedish Fairy Tales
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The Norwegian Fairy Book
| Author | : Klara Stroebe |
| Publisher | : Good Press |
| Total Pages | : 205 |
| Release | : 2019-11-20 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : |
"The Norwegian Fairy Book" by Klara Stroebe (translated by Frederick Herman Martens). Published by Good Press. Good Press publishes a wide range of titles that encompasses every genre. From well-known classics & literary fiction and non-fiction to forgotten−or yet undiscovered gems−of world literature, we issue the books that need to be read. Each Good Press edition has been meticulously edited and formatted to boost readability for all e-readers and devices. Our goal is to produce eBooks that are user-friendly and accessible to everyone in a high-quality digital format.
Old Swedish Fairy Tales
| Author | : Anna Wahlenberg |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 308 |
| Release | : 2013-10 |
| Genre | : Children |
| ISBN | : 9781494078775 |
This is a new release of the original 1925 edition.
Swedish Folktales and Legends
| Author | : Lone Thygesen Blecher |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 383 |
| Release | : 2004 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : 9780816645756 |
"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.
Swedish Fairy Tales
| Author | : Nils Gabriel Djurklou (friherre) |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 0 |
| Release | : 1998 |
| Genre | : Fairy tales |
| ISBN | : 9780781807173 |
A unique blend of enchantment, adventure, comedy and romance make this collection of Swedish fairy tales a treasury in any library. Originally published by Baron G Djurklou in the 1880s, the tales are written in the dialect of the Swedish peasantry. Hippocrene Books is pleased to bring this 1901 English translations of the Baron's stories back into print for today's readers. The translation retains the humorous and colloquial style of the original 18 stories, and opens up a world of magic talking animals, princesses and princes, trolls and witches endearing and mischievous of all ages.
The Fairy Tale Art of John Bauer
| Author | : John Bauer |
| Publisher | : Redcrest Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 82 |
| Release | : 2018-04-13 |
| Genre | : |
| ISBN | : 9781999667702 |
Born in 1882 John Albert Bauer was a Swedish painter and illustrator. He studied at the Royal Swedish Academy of Arts and in 1904 he illustrated his first book, 'Lappland'. He is best known for his illustrations in early editions of 'Bland tomtar och troll' (Among Gnomes and Trolls), featuring stories of Swedish folklore and fairy tales. Bauer's troll illustrations were of a grotesque style but with a touch of humour, appealing to both children and adults alike. Most of his works are watercolours usually in muted colours over pen and ink line work. This enchanting compilation features 83 of Bauer's best works mostly from various editions of 'Bland tomtar och troll'. This superb collection is certain to delight lovers of fairy tale illustration and also Bauer admirers.
Swedish Legends and Folktales
| Author | : John Lindow |
| Publisher | : Univ of California Press |
| Total Pages | : 234 |
| Release | : 2022-02-25 |
| Genre | : Social Science |
| ISBN | : 0520317769 |
This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press’s mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1978.
A Swedish Christmas Fairy Tale
| Author | : A E Radley |
| Publisher | : |
| Total Pages | : 296 |
| Release | : 2020-04-20 |
| Genre | : |
| ISBN | : 9781912684489 |
Amber Tate is about to lose her job at a London publishing house. And it's nearly Christmas. Her boss gives her one last chance. Sadly, it's the impossible task of obtaining the rights to the popular Lund Collection of fairy tales. The rights to the fairy tales are held by the author's granddaughter, Emilia Lund, who lives a reclusive life in Sweden and has steadfastly refused to talk to anyone about the rights for the last several years. However, in order to convince her one and only friend that she can be sociable, Emilia agrees to invite Amber - under strict conditions - to the cosy setting of wintry Sweden. They both agree to this vital meeting for their own separate reasons. Except... things never pan out quite as planned, do they?
Nordic Tales
| Author | : Chronicle Books |
| Publisher | : Chronicle Books |
| Total Pages | : 163 |
| Release | : 2019-08-13 |
| Genre | : Fiction |
| ISBN | : 9781452174471 |
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.
