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1858-1940
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1904
Selma Lagerlöf
1904
Translated by Helmi Krohn
''Legendoja Kristuksesta'' by Selma Lagerlöf is a collection of stories written in the early 20th century. The work presents various narratives centered around the life of Jesus Christ and offers a mix of folklore, legend, and religious themes. The stories are deeply rooted in a combination of spiritual reflection and human experience, exploring the connections between the divine and the mundane. The opening of the collection introduces a young narrator reflecting on the profound sorrow experienced at the death of their grandmother, who often recounted stories and sung songs to the children. This loss is marked by a nostalgic longing for the enchanting tales she would tell, particularly one about the birth of Jesus. With this backdrop, a sense of innocence and charm is established, setting the stage for the retelling of Christ's legends, as the narrator recalls a special Christmas moment spent alone with their grandmother, leading into the recounting of a narrative that conveys both warmth and spiritual significance.
