A Swedish Nisse is called a Tomten. A Tomten, like a Nisse, is a wee magical household spirit. He is called a helper, unless neglected or treated poorly.
The book, 'The Wonderful Adventures of Nils', is about a little boy named Nils, who finds out how a Tomten can become a trickster.
The book was introduced to the children of Sweden in 1907, as a geography tool. It has been described as an adventure story, a folktale, a history and a geography. Besides, being a delightful way to learn more about Sweden, it addresses worldwide contemporary issues such as poverty, the environment problems, animal cruelty and social issues. Issues still important 100 years later.
This book was given to me by my mother over 15 years ago, when I started creating little Nisse. It is a enjoyable read and is still available.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1572160365/103-6432121-0626244?v=glance&n=283155
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