Folk Tales for Winter Nights : Festive Myths and Legends

by Menzies, Jean | Holidays & seasonal interest
Published 01/10/2026 by PAN MACMILLAN (Macmillan Collector's Library) in the United Kingdom as part of the Macmillan Collector's Library series
Hardback | 208 pages
157 x 124 x 15mm | 140g

This magical collection of folk stories from across the world celebrates the winter season in all its frosty glory. From Norse, Japanese and Icelandic mythology to Chinese, Scottish and Indigenous American folklore, these stories range from charming to chilling.

Discover myths that explore the origins of the season and the importance of embracing icy weather, alongside tales which welcome you into the warm glow of festive gatherings. Featuring beloved storytellers such as Hans Christian Andersen and the Brothers Grimm as well as little-known, rediscovered treasures, this flurry of wintery tales is the perfect companion for cosying up by the fireplace during the colder months of the year.

Part of the Macmillan Collector’s Library, a series of stunning, cloth-bound, pocket-sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. Folk Tales for Winter Nights is edited by Jean Menzies.