The Complete and Original Norwegian Folktales of Asbjørnsen and Moe by Jørgen Engebretsen Moe, Peter Christen Asbjørnsen

The Complete and Original Norwegian Folktales of Asbjørnsen and Moe

Jørgen Engebretsen Moe, Peter Christen Asbjørnsen with Neil Gaiman (Contributor), Tiina Nunnally (Translator)

320 pages first pub 2019 (editions)

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This enchanting collection of Norwegian folktales, masterfully translated by Tiina Nunnally, is a perfect fit for readers who crave immersive, whimsical storytelling, rich in magic, humor, and adventure, and who will delight in the timeless tales of clever heroes, mythical creatures, and the majestic Norwegian landscape.

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A new, definitive English translation of the celebrated story collection regarded as a landmark of Norwegian literature and culture   The extraordinary folktales collected by Peter Christen Asbjørnsen and Jørgen Moe began appearing in Norway in 18...

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Community Reviews

3.78
based on 51 reviews

Moods

adventurous: 100%

relaxing: 66%

dark: 33%

funny: 33%

informative: 33%

lighthearted: 33%

mysterious: 33%


Pace

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33% of readers chose medium
33% of readers chose slow
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Plot or character driven?

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Diverse cast of characters?

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