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During a snowy Christmas Eve, a boy named Vigg is invited to accompany the traditional mischievous Christmas tomten on his special rounds. The journey takes him to the Hall of the Mountain King, where he sees the hidden wonders of Scandinavian folklore. The story combines the warmth of a holiday tale with the mystique of Swedish myth, inviting readers to explore the magic of Christmas through the eyes of a curious child.
First publish date: 1981
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Viktor Rydberg
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