One of the very best parts of the book (this is high praise because I loved this book for the stories and the art) was the note from the author at the beginning.  Lise Lunge-Larsen is a storyteller.  She's been sharing these stories for years.  In the note she eloquently explains the importance of telling and reading folktales.  It was amazing- you've gotta read it!  I loved it.  I love this book!

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