Icelandic Fairy Tales and Legends / Book

The fascinating treasure trove of fairy tales and legends of Iceland, that wild island of fire and ice whose primeval landscapes still seem populated by gods and fairies, demons and trolls, draws primarily from the stark Scandinavian mythology. Yet alongside the often dark and menacing motifs and figures of many sagas, there are also stories reminiscent of traditional European fairy tales with their magical transformations. For this volume, the editor has compiled a comprehensive selection of the most beautiful and impressive Icelandic sagas and fairy tales.