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A lively anthology of Norwegian folk tales, this collection brings the rugged charm of the fjelds to life through stories that range from mischievous tricksters to gentle domestic fables. The narrator initially frames the yarns as the adventures of English sportsmen wandering the Norwegian hills, a device that adds a playful, travel‑ogue flavor before the tales stand on their own. Readers will hear the humor of “The Charcoal Burner” and “Our Parish Clerk,” feel the clever twists of “Silly Men and Cunning Wives,” and be drawn into the timeless magic of a beast epic that echoes the legendary sagas of old.
While the volume leans toward wit and humor, it also preserves the deeper currents of Norse tradition, offering a glimpse into the values and everyday life of the people who first told these stories around hearths. The selection balances lighthearted “Schwänke” with more mythic narratives, making it an engaging listening experience for anyone curious about the rich tapestry of Scandinavian folklore.
Language
en
Duration
~8 hours (496K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Delphine Lettau, Clive Pickton, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2011-06-11
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1812–1885
Best known for helping bring Norway’s folktales into print, this writer and collector turned stories heard on country journeys into books that became part of the nation’s cultural memory. He also had a lively interest in nature and science, which gave his work an observant, grounded feel.
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