Norwegische Volksmährchen vol. 1 gesammelt von P. Asbjörnsen und Jörgen Moe

This volume gathers a lively assortment of traditional Norwegian folk narratives, carefully collected by two 19th‑century scholars and rendered into German. The introductory essay by a noted Romantic writer sets the stage, noting how these tales once hovered on the fringe of serious literature before gaining respect for their earthy humor and vivid imagination. Listeners will hear the echo of ancient oral storytelling, where mountain spirits, clever animals and daring youths intersect in a world that feels both remote and surprisingly familiar.

Among the stories are a mischievous version of Cinderella who outwits a clan of trolls, a clever princess who solves riddles with a tongue as sharp as a sword, and a brave boy who bargains with the north wind for his family's lost grain. Other episodes feature talking birds, magical harp strings, and the infamous multi‑headed troll whose capricious deeds bring both trouble and laughter. The collection’s gentle humor and timeless morals make it an inviting journey into Scandinavia’s enchanted past.