1900 Scarce Book - Tales from the Fjeld, Popular Tales from the Norse of P. Ch. Asbjornsen.
Author: Peter Christen Asbjørnsen; George Webbe Dasent, Sir. Moyr Smith, illustrator.
Title: Tales from the Fjeld a Series of Popular Tales from the Norse of P. Ch. Asbjörnsen, by Sir George Dasent, D.C.L. author of "Tales from the Norse". A New Edition with more than a Hundred Illustrations by Moyr Smith.
Publisher: New York, G.P. Putnam’s Sons, no date (1900).
Language: Text in English
Size: 8" X 6".
Pages: xx-403 pages.
Binding: Attractive and very good original decorative green cloth binding with elaborate red and black illustrations on the front cover and spine, featuring a Norse-inspired design with a dragon and castle motif (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown, corners slightly bumped - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover.
Content: Very good content (bright, tight, and clean, bookseller stamp and name of a previous owner on the first end paper - as shown).
Illustrations: Complete and nicely illustrated by Moyr Smith with over one hundred illustrations, this edition contains numerous detailed black-and-white engravings, including full-page illustrations and smaller vignettes that capture the essence of Norse folklore and the enchanting scenes of each tale.
Estimate: (Scarce with no or few other copies available for sale worldwide).
The book: Tales from the Fjeld is a captivating collection of Norse folklore, presenting readers with an authentic look into Scandinavian myths and legends. Sir George Dasent, renowned for his translations of Norse literature, brings these tales to life, making them accessible to English-speaking audiences. The tales are not only entertaining but also provide a window into the beliefs and culture of ancient Norse society. This scarce volume's attractive decorative binding and numerous illustrations make it a prized collectible for those interested in folklore, fairy tales, and Scandinavian culture.
The author: Sir George Webbe Dasent (1817–1896) was a British translator and scholar, best known for his work on Norse mythology and folklore. His translations helped introduce English readers to the rich storytelling traditions of Scandinavia. Dasent's works remain influential in the study of folklore and mythology.
The illustrator: John Moyr Smith (12 March 1839 – 1 December 1912) was a British artist and designer, noted for his work on ceramic tiles.
Smith was born in Glasgow. An example of his work is the interior of the Great Hall of the former Holloway Sanatorium, now in Virginia Park, an exclusive housing development near Virginia Water, Surrey, England.