Trolls have shaped Iceland since long before humans settled here. Yet we know surprisingly little about them, for trolls have learned that it’s often wiser to keep a low profile. In this wonderfully entertaining book, the veil is lifted on the lives of trolls, with special focus on the little troll-folk (who aren’t actually that little at all!). How are troll children raised, what do they eat, and why do they fall asleep when they’re supposed to be learning? How do they keep up with fashion and what exactly is going on between trolls and ravens? At last, we get answers to these pressing questions–and many surprises along the way.

In this richly illustrated book, Brian Pilkington brings a magical hidden world to life in his uniquely amusing and innovative way. The Icelandic folk legends serve as a backdrop, but a wealth of new and unexpected information is added. And where that leaves off, the unmatched creativity and insight of this beloved artist take over.