The Complete and Original Norwegian Folktales of Asbjrnsen and Moe by Peter Chri

Description: The Complete and Original Norwegian Folktales of Asbjrnsen and Moe by Peter Christen AsbjØrnsen, JØrgen Moe, Tiina Nunnally, Neil Gaiman Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Hardcover Condition Brand New Description "New, modern English translation of the folk tales collected by Peter Christen Asbj²rnsen and J²rgen Moe, which was first published in Norway in 1841, and a second edition in 1852"-- Publisher Description A new, definitive English translation of the celebrated story collection regarded as a landmark of Norwegian literature and cultureThe extraordinary folktales collected by Peter Christen Asbjrnsen and Jrgen Moe began appearing in Norway in 1841. Over the next two decades the publication of subsequent editions under the title Norske folkeeventyr made the names Asbjrnsen and Moe synonymous with Norwegian storytelling traditions. Tiina Nunnallys vivid translation of their monumental collection is the first new English translation in more than 150 years-and the first ever to include all sixty original tales.Magic and myth inhabit these pages in figures both familiar and strange. Giant trolls and talking animals are everywhere. The winds take human form. A one-eyed old woman might seem reminiscent of the Norse god Odin. We meet sly aunts, resourceful princesses, and devious robbers. The clever and fearless boy Ash Lad often takes center stage as he ingeniously breaks spells and defeats enemies to win half the kingdom. These stories, set in Norways majestic landscape of towering mountains and dense forests, are filled with humor, mischief, and sometimes surprisingly cruel twists of fate. All are rendered in the deceptively simple narrative style perfected by Asbjrnsen and Moe-now translated into an English that is as finely tuned to the modern ear as it is true to the original Norwegian.Included here-for the very first time in English-are Asbjrnsen and Moes Forewords and Introductions to the early Norwegian editions of the tales. Asbjrnsen gives us an intriguing glimpse into the actual collection process and describes how the stories were initially received, both in Norway and abroad. Equally fascinating are Moes views on how central characters might be interpreted and his notes on the regions where each story was originally collected. Nunnallys informative Translators Note places the tales in a biographical, historical, and literary context for the twenty-first century.The Norwegian folktales of Asbjrnsen and Moe are timeless stories that will entertain, startle, and enthrall readers of all ages. Author Biography Peter Christen Asbjrnsen (18121885) and Jrgen Moe (18131882) were energetic writers and researchers best known for their monumental collection Norske folkeeventyr (Norwegian Folktales), which introduced the lively traditions of Norwegian storytelling to readers around the world. Tiina Nunnally is an award-winning translator of Norwegian, Danish, and Swedish literature. Her many translations include Sigrid Undsets first novel, Marta Oulie; the Minnesota Trilogy by Vidar Sundstl; and Ola Larsmos Swede Hollow, all published by the University of Minnesota Press. She translated fairy tales by Hans Christian Andersen, and her translation of Kristin Lavransdatter: The Cross by Sigrid Undset won the PEN/Book-of-the-Month Club Translation Prize. In 2013 she was appointed Knight of the Royal Norwegian Order of Merit for her efforts on behalf of Norwegian literature in the United States. Neil Gaiman is a New York Times best-selling author of award-winning titles including Norse Mythology, American Gods, The Graveyard Book, Good Omens, The View from the Cheap Seats, and the groundbreaking Sandman graphic novels. He is a prolific creator of works of prose, poetry, film, journalism, comics, song lyrics, and drama. Several of his titles have been adapted for television, including the critically acclaimed, Emmy-nominated adaptation of American Gods and his miniseries of Good Omens, based on the novel he co-wrote with the late Sir Terry Pratchett. Originally from England, he now lives in the United States. Details ISBN 1517905680 ISBN-13 9781517905682 Title The Complete and Original Norwegian Folktales of Asbjrnsen and Moe Author Peter Christen AsbjØrnsen, JØrgen Moe, Tiina Nunnally, Neil Gaiman Format Hardcover Year 2019 Pages 320 Edition 1st Publisher University of Minnesota Press GE_Item_ID:125698989; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. 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