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The definitive English translation of the celebrated story collection regarded as a landmark of Norwegian literature and culture-now in paperback
The extraordinary folktales collected by Peter Christen AsbjOrnsen and JOrgen Moe began appearing in Norway in 1841. Over the next two decades the publication of subsequent editions under the title…
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As a lover of folk-tale, legend, and myth—and having an especial love for Norse Myth—I soon sought out the folk-tales of Norway.
Asbjorsen and Moe are the Norwegian answer to the Brothers Grimm. Their collection is superb. There’s the Ash-Lad, who is rather like Jack of Beanstalk fame, and many trolls. There are twelve princes searching for twelve lost princesses, helpful griffins, abandoned babies, and ancient Norse gods pitching up in thin disguise.
And, of course, as the people who told these tales lived between mountains, sky, and sea, there are many tales of animals and birds.
From Susan's list on animals and folklore.
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