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Tales from the Fjeld: A Second Series of Popular Tales

by George Webbe, Sir Dasent, Peter Christen Asbjørnsen

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Free
Language
en
Source
Project Gutenberg

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"Tales from the Fjeld: A Second Series of Popular Tales" presents a rich collection of Norwegian folklore and fairy tales, showcasing the magic and mystery of the fjords. With stories featuring clever animals, enchanted characters, and moral lessons, each tale offers a glimpse into the cultural heritage of Norway. The narrative style is engaging, filled with humor and whimsical elements that transport listeners to a world where the extraordinary is just a heartbeat away.

This audiobook is perfect for those who enjoy folklore, fairy tales, and the charm of storytelling. Listeners can expect to be captivated by the cadence of the narration, allowing the vivid imagery and enchanting plots to unfold effortlessly. The oral tradition of these tales shines through, making it an enjoyable experience that invites imagination and wonder.

About this book

Book from Project Gutenberg: Tales from the Fjeld: A Second Series of Popular Tales Osborn's pipe -- The haunted mill -- Another haunted mill -- The honest penny -- The death of Chanticleer -- The greedy cat -- Grumblegizzard -- Father Bruin in the corner -- Reynard and Chanticleer -- Goodman Axehaft -- The companion -- The shopboy and his cheese -- Peik -- Death and the doctor -- The way of the world -- The pancake -- Pork and honey -- The hare and the heiress -- Slip root, catch Reynard's foot -- Bruin Goodfellow -- Bruin and Reynard partners -- Reynard wants to taste horse-flesh -- Master Tobacco -- The charcoal-burner -- The box with something pretty in it -- The three lemons -- The priest and the clerk -- Friends in life and death -- The father of the family -- Three years without wages -- Our parish clerk -- Silly men and cunning wives -- Taper Tom -- The trolls in Hedale Wood -- The skipper and Old Nick -- Goody 'gainst-the-stream -- How to win a prince -- Boots and the beast -- The sweetheart in the wood -- How they got Hairlock home -- Osborn Boots and Mr. Glibtongue -- This is the lad who sold the pig -- The sheep and the pig who set up house -- The golden palace that hung in the air -- Little Freddy with his fiddle -- Mother Roundabout's daughter -- The Green Knight -- Boots and his crew -- The town-mouse and the fell-mouse -- Silly Matt -- King Valemon, the white bear -- The golden bird.

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