In the cover of darkness, wild night trolls roam the Westfjords until they turn to stone with the first rays of daylight. On midsummer nights, magical stones that grant every wish appear on the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. The coast of the ice-blue sea is home to strange sea creatures, while in the impenetrable highlands, the fearless farmers instill fear. Iceland's powerful nature serves as both stage and mirror for the countless tales and legends that have been told in the land for centuries: rough and mystical, romantic and a bit quirky. The 45 lovingly selected stories here revolve around Iceland's fabulous beings, fateful natural phenomena, and legendary characters. Impressive photographs of the spectacular landscape complement the settings and regions of the events.