The Troll With No Heart in His Body and Other Tales of Trolls from Norway

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An entertaining and wonderfully illustrated compendium of troll lore. What are trolls and why do children love them so much As tall as trees and as ancient and rugged as the Norwegian landscape from which they come, trolls are some of folklore's most fascinating and varied creatures. In this collection of nine troll tales, Lunge-Larsen brings a combination of childhood memories and careful research to the retelling of each story, while Betsy Bowen's striking woodcuts are as timeless and rare as the trolls themselves.

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"An appealing collection . . . spiced with danger, heroism, humorous moments, and violence thats tonednot watereddown."Kirkus Reviews

"A noteworthy addition to the folktale shelf." Publishers Weekly

"Lunge-Larsens retellings honor the oral spirit of their origins."Horn Book Review

Author Bio

Lise Lunge-Larsen is the author of seven books for children, including Race of the Birkebeiners.