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Norwegian folklorist, poet and bishop

Lived
1813–1882
Country
Norway
Books
2

Jørgen Moe published 2 novels, beginning with Norske Folkeeventyr (1841).

Updated September 2026

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Jørgen Moe books in order of publication

  1. Norske Folkeeventyr (1841), with Peter Christen Asbjørnsen

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  2. Three Billy Goats Gruff (2000), with Peter Christen Asbjørnsen

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About Jørgen Moe

Jørgen Engebretsen Moe was a Norwegian folklorist, bishop, poet, and author. He is best known for the Norske Folkeeventyr, a collection of Norwegian folk tales which he edited in collaboration with Peter Christen Asbjørnsen. He also served as the Bishop of the Diocese of Kristianssand from 1874 until his death in 1882.

Biography from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0. Photo via Wikimedia Commons.

Jørgen Moe FAQ

How many books has Jørgen Moe written?
Jørgen Moe published 2 novels that we list, as of September 2026.
What order should I read Jørgen Moe's books in?
Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with Norske Folkeeventyr.
What is Jørgen Moe's last book?
Norske Folkeeventyr (1841).
What is Jørgen Moe's most famous book?
Norske Folkeeventyr (1841) is Jørgen Moe's most widely read book.
Can I read Jørgen Moe's books for free?
Yes. 3 books by Jørgen Moe are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.

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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.