The fascinating treasure of fairy tales and legends from Iceland, that wild island of fire and ice, whose primal landscapes still seem to be populated by gods and fairies, demons and trolls, is primarily drawn from the rugged Scandinavian mythology. However, alongside the often dark and threatening motifs and figures of many legends, there are also stories that remind us of the traditional European fairy tale with its magical transformations. For this volume, the editor has compiled a comprehensive selection of the most beautiful and impressive Icelandic legends and fairy tales.