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“Thy Soul Shall Bear Witness” (Körkarlen), a haunting novella by Swedish Nobel Laureate Selma Lagerlöf, first graced readers in 1912, with its English edition following in 1922—the same year that saw the release of the iconic silent film “The Phantom Carriage,” which greatly influenced renowned Swedish director Ingmar Bergman. A subsequent adaptation emerged in 1958. Today, the English version of Lagerlöfs novel is exceedingly rare, with only a handful of copies believed to exist. Set on New Years Eve, the story follows David Holm, a once-decent man now lost to the depths of ...

Selma Lagerlöf, born in 1858 in Värmland, Sweden, was a luminary of literature, earning the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1909. She passed away in her beloved Värmland in 1940. Invisible Links (Osynliga länkar) is a captivating collection of short stories that explores the unseen connections influencing human actions and destinies. First published in 1894, with its English translation following in 1895, these tales are often rooted in Lagerlöfs Värmland, yet they weave in the rich tapestry of Swedish legends and history, along with echoes of her other works. This collection serves as a ...

Brought to you by Penguin. This Penguin Classic is performed by Mathew Baynton, known for his roles in Vanity Fair, Horrible Histories, Gavin and Stacey and Ghosts. Nils Holgersson is a naughty boy who tortures animals and never listens to his parents - until one day he wakes up as an elf...

Una foresta innevata che si trasforma a Natale in un meraviglioso giardino, impervie montagne che rivelano miniere d'argento, schiere di anime perdute che penano tra i ghiacci eterni, accudite da una vecchietta abbandonata che non si rassegna alla solitudine: è la Svezia delle antiche fiabe che rivive in questi racconti di Selma Lagerlöf, quella dei miti e delle leggende, delle storie tramandate al lume di candela nelle lunghe notti nordiche.

Im Süden von Schweden lebt der 14-jährige Nils Holgersson auf einem kleinen Bauernhof. Nils ist frech und bösartig und bereitet seinen Eltern nur Kummer und Sorgen. Als der Frühling naht erlaubt sich Nils einen bösen Streich mit einem Wichtelmännchen. Zur Strafe wird er selbst in ein Wichtelmännchen verwandelt. Plötzlich versteht Nils die Sprache der Tiere und hört, wie sich der zahme Gänserich Martin den Wildgänsen auf ihrer Reise in den hohen Norden Schwedens anschließen will.

Step into the enchanting world of Liliecronas Home, a poignant tale set in the picturesque district of Värmland, Sweden. Originally published in 1911, this captivating story was translated into English by Anna Harwell and released in London in 1913. At the heart of this narrative lies the Lövdala Parsonage, nestled at the bottom of the now-dried Svartsjö Lake. Here, we meet the kind-hearted Pastor Lyselius and his beautiful daughter, whose lives take a dark turn with the arrival of a wicked new wife. This stepmother, skilled in the art of deception, lures with her cooking but soon reveals ...

For listeners who are tired of Christmas commercialism, or who feel that Santa Claus and reindeer don’t tell the whole story, these classic gems provide a winning alternative. Selected for their insightfulness, spiritual value, and literary quality (nothing moralistic here) they project the spirit of the season in a fresh, compelling manner that will resonate with listeners of all ages - from children too young to read to themselves, to parents and grandparents who enjoy listening to stories, as well.

The Story of Gösta Berling, published in Sweden in 1894, catapulted its author to literary fame. This captivating collection of tales is rooted in real events and paints a vivid picture of life in the Värmland province during the early 19th century. Known for its serene landscapes, Värmland features vast forests, winding rivers, and tranquil lakes, while its sparse population clings to age-old traditions, with mining as the mainstay of its economy. Miss Lagerlöf, inspired by the wild legends of her homeland, masterfully infuses these stories with her unique and vibrant interpretation. (...

Den afsatte præst Gösta Berling bliver reddet af Fru Ekeby, da han er ved at fryse ihjel, og hun lader ham bo på sit pensionat. Styg og fordrukken, som han er, betaler Gösta Berling hende imidlertid tilbage ved at sætte de andre logerende imod hende og drive hende bort.

En vacker vårdag upptäcker Nils Holgersson, till sin stora förvåning, en liten tomte på gården där han bor. Han bestämmer sig för att spela tomten ett spratt och fångar honom med en gammal håv. Men när tomten till sist släpps fri är han mer än missnöjd och bestämmer sig för att straffa Nils Holgersson. Nils tuppar av och när han vaknar inser han att han har krympt och blivit lika liten som en pyssling. Snart inser han att han kan förstå och tala med gårdens alla djur och när han stöter på tamgåsen Mårten börjar äventyret på riktigt ...

Eine abenteuerliche Reise auf dem Rücken der Gänse. Der freche Nils wird eines Tages von einem Kobold verzaubert. Plötzlich ist er so klein wie ein Zwerg und versteht die Sprache der Tiere. Auf dem Rücken des zahmen Gänserichs Martin schließt er sich einer Gruppe von Wildgänsen an.

Un anello maledetto, uno spettro che vaga tra i vivi, una vendetta che non si placa: in questa storia dal sapore gotico, Selma Lagerlöf rievoca la magia dei racconti ascoltati accanto al fuoco.

Included: The Gift of the Magi (O. Henry) The Fir Tree (Hans Christian Andersen) The Little Match Girl (Hans Christian Andersen) The Steadfast Tin Soldier (Hans Christian Andersen) The Holy Night (Selma Lagerlöf) Little Gretchen and the Wooden Shoe (Elizabeth Harrison) A Letter from Santa Claus (Mark Twain) Mary Returns The Doll The Tale of Peter Rabbit (Beatrix Potter) Toinette and the Elves (Susan Coolidge) The Mistletoe Bough (Anthony Trollope) Not if I Know It (Anthony Trollope) The Two Generals (Anthony Trollope) Christmas Every Day (William Dean Howells) and more

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Christmas tales as narrated by the beloved Swedish storyteller Selma Lagerlöf. In her heartwarming stories, she recalls the cherished moments spent with her grandmother, who captivated her with tales from dawn to dusk. I remember that grandmother told story after story, and we children listened, spellbound, savoring every word. Our lives were filled with joy, unlike any other. Though my memories of her are few, I can still picture her snow-white hair and gentle demeanor as she knitted by the fire. After each tale, she would gently lay her hand on my...

Selma Lagerlöf, born in Värmland, Sweden in 1858, was a celebrated writer whose illustrious career earned her the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1909. She passed away in her homeland in 1940. The Wonderful Adventures of Nils (originally Nils Holgerssons underbara resa genom Sverige) is one of her most renowned works, published in two parts in 1906 and 1907. Commissioned by the National Teachers Association in 1902 to create a geography reader for public schools, Lagerlöf dedicated three years to studying nature and immersing herself in the animal and bird life of Sweden. She skillfully wove ...

The bookshelves of European literature are incredible collections that have gathered together centuries of very talented authors. From this continent their fame spread and whilst among their number many are now forgotten or neglected their talents endure. Among them is the very talented Nobel prize winning Swedish writer Selma Lagerlöf.

Nordisk jul er en samling af nordiske julefortællinger. Nogle af Nordens største fortællere beretter her om alt, der vedrører julen. Der er opbyggelige fortællinger om medmenneskelighed, mirakler og tro, mørkere og hjerteskærende fortællinger, der minder os om vigtigheden af medmenneskelighed i julen, fortællinger, hvor gamle fjendskaber sættes til side, så der opstår en mulighed for forsoning og forståelse julenat, fortællinger om julens forventninger, skuffelser og glæder, om julegilder, juleforberedelser og ikke mindst julegaver. Glædelig jul!

Jan, un campesino pobre, se casa rozando la vejez y se convierte en padre sin desearlo, pero la criatura que la comadrona pone en sus brazos cambiará lo que le queda de vida, al verse dueño del mayor tesoro del mundo: el amor por su hija. Cuando ella tenga que irse lejos de casa a ganar con su trabajo el dinero necesario para evitar el desahucio de sus padres, Jan se protegerá de la dura realidad refugiándose en la locura: su hija, lejos de tener que prostituirse en la ciudad, es la emperatriz de Portugalia, y él, en consecuencia, es el nuevo emperador.

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Es ist nicht immer leicht, ein Kind zu sein. Das weiß niemand besser als Nils Holgersson. Die Eltern sind unzufrieden, dauernd gibt es Streit, und wohin man mit der eigenen schlechten Laune soll, weiß man auch nicht so recht. Richtig ärgerlich wird es aber erst, als Nils seine Wut an einem Wichtel auslässt. Der zaubert den frechen Jungen zur Strafe auf Däumling-Größe klein. Als dann auch noch Hausgans Marten vom Hof der Holgerssons abhauen will, schmeißt sich der jetzt sehr kleine Nils Marten an den Hals – und findet sich plötzlich mitten im Abenteuer und in einer Schar von Wildgänsen wieder!