Le Livre des Légendes

A vivid collection of Swedish legends unfolds in lyrical, compact narratives that range from haunting folk tales to tender reminiscences. Each story stands on its own, drawing the listener into a different corner of mythic landscapes, from a secret marsh girl to a wandering violinist, from a rose that blooms on Christmas to a curious legend of Jerusalem. The tone shifts gently between wistful nostalgia and quiet wonder, giving a sense of timelessness while keeping the language lively and accessible.

The opening piece follows a poet on a night train bound for Stockholm, where she is about to receive a great honor. As the carriage glides silently through the dark, she grapples with the weight of her solitude, the memory of a beloved father, and the anxiety of re‑entering a crowded world. The journey becomes a delicate meditation on debt—both moral and emotional—while the soft rhythm of the rails blurs the line between reality and a dreamlike, almost otherworldly encounter.