Die schönsten Geschichten der Lagerlöf

This volume gathers a handful of Selma Lagerlöf’s most beloved short fiction, rendered into German by Marie Franzos and prefaced with thoughtful remarks by Walter von Molo. The stories reveal Lagerlöf’s singular talent for weaving everyday life with the hush of folklore, allowing rivers, stones and even humble villagers to speak with quiet wisdom. Her prose moves gently between the tangible world and the realm of trolls, nymphs and other unseen beings, inviting listeners to feel the mystery that lingers just beyond ordinary sight.

Within these tales love appears in many guises—parental, sibling, communal and romantic—each rendered with a tenderness that never feels sentimental. The narratives celebrate the resilience of ordinary people, portraying their struggles and triumphs with a subtle humor and a deep empathy that feels both timeless and immediate. As a whole, the collection offers an intimate glimpse into a writer who lets myth illuminate the heart, making every story a warm, thoughtful journey for the ear.