Christ Legends

Interesting Facts

• The book is a collection of legends gathered and reworked by Selma Lagerlöf to convey Christian values and stories in an accessible form.
• The legends in the book are based on biblical narratives, but the author adds elements of Scandinavian folklore, giving them a unique flavor.
• One of the book's features is its ability to combine simple storytelling with deep philosophical reflections on good and evil, faith and doubt.
• Selma Lagerlöf uses vivid imagery and metaphors in her legends to make the stories more memorable and emotionally rich.
• The book was written during a period when Lagerlöf was actively studying religious texts and philosophy, which is reflected in the depth and substance of her works.