Scandinavian Books

 


  God Jul - A Swedish Christmas
  The charm, warmth and beauty of a Swedish Christmas
  is captured in this remarkable collection of a 300 colorful,
  fun and historic postcards dating back to the 1800's.  Each   
  postcard reveals the magic behind Christmas and of
  Scandinavian tradition and folklore.  Here, gnomish elves
  meet Santa and children play with angels.  With traditional  
  postcards from renowned artists such as Jenny Nystrom,
  Elsa Beeskow, and Aina Stenberg, accompanied by
  explanations of the cultural and historical past, God Jul
  will make everyone that is even a little Swedish homesick
  for an Old World Christmas. Hardcover. 96pp.

  978160  $19.95 
 
 


  Swedish Cakes and Cookies
  This popular cookbook, first published in 1945,
  is a modern classic.   It features cookies, sweet breads,
  butter cakes, tortes and other delights of the Swedish
  cake table.  Over the years it has been  modernized &
  improved so that in today’s edition, with almost 300
  recipes, it is a combination of new, modern cakes and
  your favorite classics. Over 3.4 million copies sold. 
  Color pictures throughout. 184 pp. Hardcover. 

  92625  $17.95
  
 


 


  Swedish Christmas Crafts
  by Helene S. Lundberg

  Make beautiful and authentic Swedish Christmas Crafts
  including cards, gift wrap, stockings, ornaments, & more 
  with step-by-step instructions and color photos throughout. 
  The simple yet elegant projects will make even the newest
  crafter look like an expert.  Hardcover.  96pp.

  97816 $14.95
 





 




  Swedish Knits
  by Paul Hammerskog and Eva Wincent

  Knitters of all skill levels can learn how to adapt
  basic patterns to create something unique using
  different textures, colors, stitches, embroidery
  and more.   192pp. Hardcover.

 

  55217  $27.95

 


  History of the Norwegian Settlements
  by Hjalmar Rued Holand

   Hjalmar Rued Holand captured on paper the captivating
  sagas of the early Norwegian immigrants and the
  settlements they established across the Upper Midwest. 
  Tracing the trails of their ancestors through Illinois,
  Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota and the Dakotas as they
  explore new frontiers and build new communities. Along
  the way lurk killer diseases, plagues, prairie fires and l
  oneliness.

  Thanks to this book, countless Norwegian- Americans will
  be able to learn more about their own heritage from the
  pioneer sagas recorded here and to pass these stories
  down to their children and grandchildren.   
  5516   $39.95

 
 


  Kings of Norway Book and Audio Set
  58 Bilingual Stories in English and Norwegian
   by Anders Kvåle Rue

  Kings of Norway and its accompanying 3 CDs feature
  bilingual text, bilingual audio, and full colored illustrations
  of 57 kings and one queen who ruled Norway from circa 875
  to present. Utilizing visual art along with both written and
  audio storytelling allows the non-fiction book to be used as
  a unique language-learning tool. Appealing to readers of all
  ages on both sides of the Atlantic, the dual English and
  Norwegian language format is ideal for first-year Norwegian  
  classes, language camps, and heritage and cultural programs.
  The 128-page, full-colored, hard-cover book includes the
  bilingual text and singing of both Astri, My Astri and Astri, Mi
  Astri by Klang Male Chorus Lillehammer, Norway.

  5524  $34.95
 
 




 


  Sigmund Aarseth: 
  Norway Painted in Light and Color 
  by Sigmund Aarseth

  The paintings of Sigmund Aarseth capture beautifully
  the many seasons and moods of Norway. Sigmund Aarseth:  
  Norway Painted in Light and Color takes you on a journey  
  through the mountains and the valleys painted with lush
  strokes of color and light. Sigmund Aarseth is one of
  Norway's premier contemporary artists. He embraces the
  legacy and tradition of his Norwegian forefathers in art.
  Sigmund develops his own unique and personal style that
  transforms everyday and often commonplace objects,
  places and points in time to brilliant, bold alla prima
  (all at once) brush strokes and a dynamic color palette.
  His work expresses the heart and soul of the natural world in  
  Norway. Color, shape, texture and light are transformed and
  modified through his art to portray his Norway, his place, his
  spirit, and the art spirit of the land and people – Norwegian
  poetry in color and light. The 236-page, full-colored,
  hard-cover 8.5 x 11 inch book includes 250 color reproductions.

  5546  $39.95
 


 


  Legend of Siljatjern Seter:
  Life, love and faith on a Norwegian mountain dairy
   by Gunlaug Nøkland


  Love, Life and faith on a Norwegian dairy farm.  A bilingual
  novel in both English and Norwegian.  Mette agrees to take
  a summer job as a dairy maid,  where she finds the love
  of her life, helps solve an ancient mystery and renews her
  faith in God. 448pp

  54139  $24.95

  

 




 
 Leif Halse

  A pre-Christmas classic series in Norway since 1941. 
  After the loss of their father, the Vangen boys tackle
  their fathers work.  Honest and quick-thinking the boys
  become role models through their  adventures and close
  calls.     English/Norwegian text. 176pp


  54153  $19.95

 

 



 



  Charming, traditional Swedish tales full of Nordic magic
  bewitches with the charms of trolls, Tomtes, princesses, and
  wide-eyed children.  Bauer paints a world of magic & detail
  making this a masterpiece to behold. Hardcover.  239pp


  51994  $19.95
 
 
 

 

  Sweet and Savory Swedish Baking
   by Leila Lindholm

  Sharing her favorite cookies, cakes, pies breads and
  no bake delights, the Swedish TV chef Leila Lindholm
  makes it easy for anyone to bake with color photos and
  simple instructions.

  Choose your favorite recipe and indulge.  With this
  beautifully illustrated guide, the possibilities for baking
  success are endless!  Hardcover.  223pp   


  97989 $29.95

 

   
   
   
 

 

 

 

 

 

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Nordic Gift House is proud to represent the following product lines from Norway (Norge), Sweden (Sverige), Denmark (Danmark), Finland & Iceland (Island): 
Scandinavian Jewelry/Solje jewelry: Solje pins, solje earrings, solje necklaces, solje pendants & solje rings.
Contemporary Jewelry: glass jewelry, glass necklaces & earrings, hillestad, amulets
Viking Jewelry:- necklaces, rings, earrings in 925S Sterling Silver & Pewter.  Tors Hammer, Snorre, Rune & Viking designs.
Silver & Bronze Jewelry: Midnight Sun earrings, pendant & pin. Hillestad amuletts, trinity, triple cross necklace, urnes design, contemporary
Sweaters/Cardigans: Gjestal Classic, Gjestal Exclusive, Gjestal Sport, Gjestal Women's, Norlender Knitwear, SIMU Nordic AB
Prints: Norwegian Art Print reproductions by famous artists - Edvard Munch, Christian Skredsvig, Theodor Kittelsen, Adolf Tideman, Erik Werenskiold & Hans Gude
Print titles: Telemark Girls, Idyll, Scream, Four Girls on a Bridge, Spring at Hagan, Fall at Hagan, Blue Room, Willow Flute,
Little Girl at the Stabbur, Grandmother's Bridal Crown, Bridal Procession at the Hardanger Fjord, From Telemark
Scandinavian music:  CD's, Dance / Gammeldans, Christmas, Classical (Edvard Grieg), Instrumental, Music from Norway & Sweden,
Vocal Artists featuring Sissel Kyrkjebø, Carola, Secret Garden, Arve Tellefsen
Pewter Gift Items: Oseberg Letter opener, Key rings, Viking figurines, Viking ship, candle holders, T-light holder, Salt ship,
Dolls:  Bunad Costume Dolls.  Counties represented include: Aust-Agder, Beltestakken (Telemark), Bergen, Hallingdal, Hardanger Girl, Hardanger Bride, Hardanger Boy, Hemsedal, Kautokeino (Same), Nordland Blue, Nordfjord, Numedal, Oslo Blue, Oslo Black, Rogaland, Romsdal, Rondastakken, Røros, Setesdal, Sogn, Sunnfjord, Sunnmøre, Søyadrakten, Telemark, Trøndelag, Valdres, Vest-Agder. Vestlandsdrakten, Voss, Østerdalen, and Østfold.
Viking Products: Pewter Viking Ship w/Sail, Viking Jewelry, Dragon T-light holder, Oseberg Letter opener,
Hand Tie-Dyed Swedish Batik Designs by Heidi Lange include: Viking Ship, Viking Design I, Vikings in Longboat, Happy Vikings & Viking Harald.