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Nordic Tales: Folktales from Norway, Sweden, Finland, Iceland, and Denmark by Chronicle Books

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adventurous hopeful lighthearted relaxing medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I love classic folktales, and this was a wonderful collection. I liked how it was divided into sections based on the themes: transformation, wit, and journeys, which tend to be common in folktales (and are one of the reasons I love them so much!). One of the best things about folk tales is the rhythm and repetition, and I especially loved how the stories were told almost as if they were being spoken instead of written, invoking the oral traditions of storytelling.
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