H. L. Brækstad Livres

About three dozen examples of the folklore, legends, and tales for children from the literature of Scandinavia, especially Norway.Asbjornsen is one of the most fascinating and delightful writers of fairy tales, not only among young folks, but also among adult readers and students of folklore. Asbjornsen was first introduced to the English-reading public through Sir George Dasent?s translations, published in 1858 and 1874. Other works followed with other translators over the years. The tales in this volume were first published in English in 1897.

The account details the Fram expedition led by Fridtjof Nansen from 1893 to 1896, documenting the challenges and discoveries made during this groundbreaking Arctic journey. This high-quality reprint preserves the original's insights into the harsh conditions faced by explorers and their scientific observations. Nansen's leadership and the crew's experiences provide a vivid portrayal of early polar exploration, highlighting the spirit of adventure and the quest for knowledge in one of the world's most remote regions.