Since ancient times, a vast assortment of trolls, elves, giants, and other magic beings have inhabited the Scandinavian mountains, forests and folk beliefs. Trolls and giants were part of the Norse mythology and coexisted with Odin and Thor and the other Norse gods. Throughout the centuries, they have scared, thrilled and enchanted children of all ages.
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Below you'll find works by great artists and writers who were inspired by Scandinavian folklore.

TOVE JANSSON

The Finnish author Tove Jansson (1914 - 2001) wrote the books about the likable Moomin Troll and her family.

MORE MOOMINS!

Tales from Moominvalley

Norwegian Folk Tales: From the Collection of Peter Christen Asbjørnsen, Jørgen Moe

The Norwegians Peter Asbjørnsen (1812 - 1882) and Jørgen Moe (1812 -1885) collected folk tales and published them in anthologies.

MORE ASBJØRNSEN-MOE COLLECTIONS!

Trolls come in all shapes and sizes.

The Swedish artist John Bauer

(1882 - 1918) created wonderful pictures of trolls and elves that have delighted generations of children. Unfortunately, books with his illustrations appear to be out of print. But with a little help from the elves, you may find some among eBay's art prints or books, or at half.com.

OTHER TROLL SITES

ELFWOOD

TROLLMOON

BEINGS OF THE DARK WOODS

OF SWEDEN

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Hans Christian Andersen

Folk Tales