East of the Sun and West of the Moon: Norwegian Fairy Tales

The book includes fairy tales recorded by the famous collector of Norwegian folklore P. K. Asbjørnsen. "East of the Sun and West of the Moon" is one of the most well-known plots in world literature about how love and selflessness overcome wicked spells. The main character of the tale "The Wonder-Bird" sets off in search of the twelve princesses kidnapped by a giant. He faces dangerous sea voyages, battles with monsters, treachery from foes, but the magical bird will help him emerge honorably from all trials.