Swedish fairy tales by Herman Hofberg

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Author Hofberg, Herman, 1823-1883
Translator Myers, Willard Henry, 1847-1895
Title Swedish fairy tales
Original Publication Chicago: Belford-Clarke Co., 1888, pubdate 1890.
Credits Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net/ for Project Gutenberg (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary "Swedish Fairy Tales" by Herman Hofberg is a collection of folkloric tales written in the late 19th century. This compilation gathers various traditional stories from Sweden, exploring themes of magic, giants, and whimsical adventures that reflect the deep-rooted culture and mythology of the Swedish people. The tales feature a range of characters, from courageous peasants to mystical creatures like trolls and sea nymphs, immersing readers in a world of fantasy and moral lessons. The opening of the collection begins with the author's preface, distinguishing between tradition and saga, and explaining the origins of these stories in Swedish folklore. The following tales introduce a variety of characters, including a boastful watchman who boasts of his marksmanship, a clever goatherd who outwits a giant, and a giant Finn who helps build a cathedral. Each story is crafted to highlight not only the enchanting elements of magical beings and heroic feats but also the moral implications and consequences of the characters' actions, setting the tone for the rich storytelling that unfolds throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class GR: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Folklore
Subject Fairy tales -- Sweden
Subject Folklore -- Sweden
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EBook-No. 73093
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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