Nordic Tales: Folktales from Norway, Sweden, Finland, Iceland, and Denmark by Chronicle Books

Nordic Tales: Folktales from Norway, Sweden, Finland, Iceland, and Denmark

Chronicle Books with Ulla Thynell (Illustrator)

168 pages first pub 2019 (editions)

fiction fantasy short stories adventurous mysterious medium-paced

Description

Nordic Tales is a collection of 16 traditional tales from the enchanting world of Nordic folklore. Translated and transcribed by folklorists in the 19th century, these stories are at once magical, hilarious, cozy, and chilling. Welcome to a world ...

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Community Reviews Summary of 276 reviews

Moods

adventurous 88%
lighthearted 40%
mysterious 36%
dark 21%
funny 19%
relaxing 17%
informative 15%
reflective 13%
hopeful 11%
challenging 9%
inspiring 9%
sad 7%
emotional 5%

Pace

medium 63%
fast 25%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 58% | Plot: 33% | Character: 5% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

N/A: 38% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 19% | Yes: 16%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 32% | N/A: 26% | Yes: 23% | No: 17%

Diverse cast of characters?

N/A: 28% | No: 28% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 17%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 55% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 11% | No: 11%

Average rating

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