The Oxonian in Thelemarken, volume 2 (of 2) or, Notes of travel in south-western Norway in the summers of 1856 and 1857. With glances at the legendary lore of that district.

A lively nineteenth‑century travelogue, this volume follows a curious scholar as he wanders the rugged coastlines and deep valleys of southwestern Norway. He records everything from the slow‑paced customs of Danish officials to the spirited markets of Copenhagen, offering witty comparisons of language, climate and folk habits across the North. Along the way, the narrator weaves in colourful legends, sketches of local architecture, and snapshots of everyday life—fishmongers, bridal crowns, and even a bear‑hunter’s tale.

The second half deepens the adventure, guiding listeners through forested mountain passes, remote fishing villages and humble farms where old superstitions linger. Detailed observations of clothing, food and regional dialects are interspersed with amusing anecdotes about strangers met at inns and the occasional melodramatic encounter with a wolf‑trap. The result is a vivid, personable portrait of a region caught between myth and modernity, inviting listeners to experience the charm and mystery of Norway’s past through the eyes of an inquisitive traveler.