Griela and the Yule Lads: Icelandic Christmas Folklore

This chapter delves into the terrifying myth of Griela, an old lady troll in Iceland who kidnaps badly behaved children during Christmas. It also explores the mischievous Yule lads, Griela's children with unique names and behaviors. From the legend of the Christmas cat to the more benevolent depiction of the Yule lads as Christmas elves, this chapter unveils the fascinating Icelandic Christmas folklore.