Yule-Tide Stories: A Collection Of Scandinavian And North German Popular Tales And Traditions (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781428617636)

Yule-Tide Stories: A Collection Of Scandinavian And North German Popular Tales And Traditions is a book by Benjamin Thorpe that contains a collection of stories and traditions from Scandinavia and North Germany. The book is centered around the Yule-tide season, which is a traditional winter festival celebrated in these regions. The stories in the book are a mix of folklore, mythology, and legends that have been passed down through generations. The book includes tales of trolls, elves, and other mythical creatures, as well as stories of heroes and their exploits. The traditions and customs included in the book range from decorating Christmas trees to lighting candles and singing carols. The book is a fascinating glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of these regions and is a must-read for anyone interested in folklore and mythology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Benjamin Thorpe
ISBN-10: 1428617639
ISBN-13: 9781428617636
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/26/2006
Pages: 524
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.68lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.17d