"Norse Tales and Sketches" by Alexander Lange Kielland is a collection of tales and legends from Northern Europe. A Siesta, A Monkey, A Tale of the Sea, A Dinner, Trofast, Karen, My Sister's Journey to Modum, Letters from Master-Pilot Seehus, Old Dnaces, and Autumns teach readers young and old about this fascinating culture. They're full of magic and mystery and continue to be well-loved to this day.