Siri and Erik live with their widowed mother on a farm by an old Viking mound. Through courage and enterprise they satisfy their simple needs, and refuse to be frightened by local superstition regarding the Viking graves. Mysterious and exciting events lead to the eventual opening of the mound, and the discovery of its ancient treasures.

Nora Burglon, herself a Scandinavian, presents this authentic picture of modern rural Denmark with a rare understanding of the spiritual importance of soil and sea. And she shows the influences that have made Scandinavia the envy of the world today. By the author of Children of the Soil and The Gate Swings In.

From the dust jacket

When young Siri and Erik and their widowed mother buy a deserted farm with an ancient Viking grave mound on the land, they have no idea of the challenges and adventures that await them. First they must use their wits and humor to survive without money, as well as deal with superstitious townspeople. Later they participate in mysterious and exciting events that lead to the opening of the mound and the discovery of unbelievable ancient Viking treasures.

From the back of the Whole Spirit Press reprint