Gnome - House gnomes - Farm gnomes - Forrest gnomes - Garden gnomesPeople believed that house gnomes guarded their homes against evilGnomes are very widespread species, known to a number of human races Gnomes consist of a number of different types. The most common is the Forest Gnome who
rarely comes into contact with man. The Garden Gnome lives in old gardens and enjoys
telling melancoly tales. Dune Gnomes are slightly larger than their woodland breathren
and choose remarkably drab clothing. House Gnomes have the most knowledge of man, often
speaking his language. It is from this family that Gnome Kings are chosen. Farm Gnomes
resemble their House brethen, but are more conservative in manner
and dress. Gnome Camp - For centuries, gnomes have been living side by side with humans... ...protecting and tending to their gardens. Gnomes ask for little in return for the luck and
support they provide. They may occasionally sneak into the kitchen to nibble on a crumb of
bread or morsel of cheese, but for the most part they are quiet and docile.
After centuries of peace and quiet, however, the Gnoman race is craving adventure and
excitement. Gnomes long to travel, meet new people and experience the world firsthand.
They are jovial and fun-loving, and tend to sing, dance and hit on fairies after a few beers.
Our mission is to liberate gnomes from their humble garden dwellings, take them out
into the world and show them a good time. A house gnome is guarding your home In the pagan times of Scandinavia, people believed that house gnomes
guarded their homes against evil. Although these gnomes mostly were benevolent, they
quickly could turn nasty when not properly treated, so it is told. Throughout the
centuries, they were either loved or loathed. Some people even believed them to be
trolls and cannibals. The perception of gnomes largely depended on whether a person
was naughty, or nice. When Christmas became popular again as a festive season in the
middle-1800s, Scandinavian writers such as Thile, Toplius, Rydberg sketched
the gnomes true role in modern life: fairies that are
somewhat mischievous... The Norwegian "Nisse" is not like his American relative Santa Claus "Nisse" differs
from both Santa Claus and St. Nicholas. The name "Nisse" probably derives from
St. Nicholas. But "nisser" - which are elves (or gnomes) are old figures which
existed long before the birth of Christ. There are several types of "nisser"
in Norway. The most known is the "Fjøsnisse" which is a "nisse" who
takes care of the animals on the farms. The "Fjøsnisse" is very short and often
bearded and lives in a barn or a stable. He wears clothes of wool and often has a red
knitted hat. He often plays tricks on people. Sometimes he will scare people by blowing
out the lights in the barn or he will scare the farm dog at night. You can hear
the dogs bark! He can become very friendly with the people that live on the farm,
but one should never forget to give him a large portion of porridge on Christmas
Eve... Santa Around the World Santa Clause has helped people get fascinated and enchanted by the
nurturing, age-old myths and fables of their culture. Swedish children wait eagerly for
"Jultomten", the Danish children call him "Julemanden". He is
a gnome whose sleigh is drawn by reindeer. He dresses in red and carries a bulging sack
filled with christmas gifts on his back. Find recommended, and interesting books! 
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