Tooks Tales - Nordic History And Ancient Scandinavian Sagas

Tooks

TALES

of the North

Took's Tales of the North is a blog dedicated to exploring the rich tapestry of Nordic history,
delving into the sagas, traditions, and enduring legacy of Scandinavia.

TOoks

TALES

of the north

Based on True History: A journey through the annals of time,
unearthing the true stories that shaped the Nordic world.

tooks

tales

of the north

Exploring the depth of sagas, the roots of ancient traditions,
and the lasting impact of Scandinavia's storied past.

Scroll Down

A baptism in a Swedish church in the 17th century.

Latest posts

The Witch Trials: Re-conciliation

A case-study of Älvdalen, Sweden, shows that despite the deep wounds inflicted by the Witch Trials, condemned "witches" could be reintegrated into society, and former accusers and accused could become Godparents to each others children or even marry each other.

The Witch Trials: The Aftermath

When the Witch Trials were over in the Nordic countries, they had claimed 1700 lives. Families and societies had been torn apart and now began the efforts to heal and reconcile.

Scandinavian woman being accused of witchcraft in the 17th century.

Youtube documentaries

history and sagas

From the lowliest peasant to kings, queens and saints.

Religion, folklore, myths and sagas. Tales of fascinating people, both from the bottom of society to its top. Dive in on a unique, historic journey in the wild, beautiful Nordic region.

Royals

Vikings

Women

Commons

Sagas

show all

Coming soon

From Freyja to Mary

This time, we will delve into the dramatic transition from the ancient Norse paganism to Christianity in the history of the Nordic lands. It was a transformative shift that deeply influenced both belief systems and the region’s culture.

How did the ancient rituals and beliefs of the Norse intertwine with the emerging Christian faith? What cultural legacies and practices survived this transition, and how are they reflected in today’s Nordic societies?

gallery

Envisioning the Past through the Lens of AI.

Open a window to a world where historical figures and pivotal events are brought to life with stunning images and creative flair. Through the eyes of AI, let us visualize significant moments and people in history with a newfound clarity and perspective.

more Pictures