I've mentioned before that I'm not big on short stories, but that's probably because no one can write them like Isak Dinesen. She's a true master of the form, and these are supremely gorgeous and enigmatic. The stories in this book reminded me of a kind of amazing combination of Hans Christian Andersen, Shakespeare, and Gothic novels. All of these stories have a fairy tale quality (repeating events, ritualistic actions, siblings, significant objects, etc.) and atmosphere, yet they are also incredibly unnerving, dark and twisted. They are absolutely wonderful treats, and I really can't praise Isak Dinesen highly enough, as usual. My favourite story was probably 'The Diver', but they are all wonderful beyond description.
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