October 31st is the eve of All Hallows Day (or All Saints Day). Prior to being significant to Christians, October 31st was the day for recognizing the coming of winter in the northern hemisphere. It was believed that all the evil spirits, goblins and imps ran away to the depths of the earth at midnight… More Halloween in Scandinavia
Children’s literature has a rich tradition of stories of very tiny people looking at our world from a very different vantage point. Scandinavian authors have contributed some of the most beloved fairytales of this type. The Wonderful Adventures of Nils, Thumbelina, and Children of the Forest all come to mind. Now there is The… More The Tiny Wish – Anja’s Adventures Continue
I have never outgrown my love of children’s books. In my view, it is Christmas every day at Ingebretsen’s when a new shipment of books arrive. I can savor re-issues of the classics and delight in the new publications. When The Christmas Wish arrived in the store, I, like everyone else who saw the book,… More The Christmas Wish – A book to treasure