Lot #42: Vintage 1916 Book - "The Modern Vikings" by H.H. Boyesen

Red Cloth. Coloured Pictorial Cover. Gold Gilt Lettering. Full Title: "The Modern Vikings: Stories of Life and Sport in the Norseland" by Hjalmar Hjorth Boyesen. New York: Charles Scribner's Sons, 1916. Originally published in 1887, the book draws heavily on Boyesen's own childhood in Norway to present a vivid and spirited look at Scandinavian life, focusing on themes of physical courage, outdoor survival, and the rugged beauty of the fjords. The stories, such as "Tharald's Otter," "Between Sea and Sky," and "How Bernt Went Whaling," depict young protagonists engaged in traditional activities like reindeer hunting, fishing, and scaling dangerous cliffs for bird eggs, often blending realistic peril with a sense of folklore. The 1916 edition is typically characterized by a sturdy, decorative cloth binding—often in a deep red or green with stamped maritime or Viking motifs—and includes several full-page illustrations that capture the dramatic landscapes and action of the Norseland. Pickup category timeslot {A}