
A charming anthology of whimsical Scandinavian folk tales invites listeners into a world where talking roosters perch atop church towers, daring ships sail through enchanted seas, and humble old men uncover hidden treasures. The narrator’s voice carries the gentle cadence of an ancient storyteller, recalling the beloved granny who spun countless yarns about mischievous trolls, graceful nymphs, and brave knights. Each story sparkles with vivid imagination, colorful characters, and the timeless moral threads that have delighted readers for generations.
The opening tale follows a proud church rooster who, perched high above the village, believes the world exists solely for his grandeur. As his hubris grows, the narrative gently nudges him toward a humbler perspective, offering a playful lesson on pride and community. Listeners will be drawn into this lyrical tapestry, where humor and heart intertwine, promising a delightful listening experience that feels both familiar and refreshingly new.
Language
sv
Duration
~2 hours (126K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Richard Tonsing, Jens Sadowski, Jason Isbell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was made using scans of public domain works in the International Children's Digital Library.)
Release date
2016-08-11
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1818–1898
A beloved Finnish writer and historian, he helped shape 19th-century literature with fairy tales, poems, novels, and school texts that generations of children grew up with. His stories often mix warmth, moral clarity, and a strong sense of Finland’s landscapes and history.
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