Scandinavian Folk Belief and Legend

Name: Scandinavian Folk Belief and Legend
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SKU: 9780816619672
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By Reimund Kvideland

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Scandinavian Folk Belief and Legend offers an entertaining collection of over 400 folk tales drawn from Norwegian, Danish, and Swedish traditions. This richly translated anthology brings to life a variety of legends, stories, and magical accounts, making it an ideal companion for bedside or fireside reading.
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Perfect for readers interested in folklore, mythology, and Scandinavian culture, as well as those who appreciate traditional storytelling and cultural heritage.

Description

An entertaining collection of over 400 folk tales of legends, stories, and magic. Translated from the original Norwegian, Danish, and Swedish, this highly acclaimed work is perfect for bedside or fireside reading.

Scandinavian Folk Belief and Legend by Reimund Kvideland delves into the rich tapestry of Scandinavian folklore, offering readers a glimpse into the myths and legends that have shaped the cultures of this region. With tales spanning themes of mystery and enchantment, this book promises to captivate the imagination of those who venture into its pages.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780816619672

Publisher: University of Minnesota Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 February 1991

Country: United States

Imprint: University of Minnesota Press

Contributors:

Contributions by Henning Sehmsdorf

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 456

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Education & Reference History & Archaeology History & Military Non-Fiction Reimund Kvideland

About the Author

Reimund Kvideland is professor in the Department of Folklore and Ethnology at the University of Bergen, Norway. He has been editor of Tradisjon since 1975 and contributes to various other ethnology and folkloristic journals. Henning K. Sehmsdorf is professor of Scandinavian and comparative literature at the University of Washington. He is editor of Northwest Folklore and has written numerous articles on folklore, mythology, and Scandinavian and comparative literature.