I'm looking for a few classic Danish novels or stories that really capture how Danish people spoke in the older days of their culture. I've read a few modern classics (mostly when I was younger) but I'm looking for something older and more indicative of speech and custom. I'd appreciate any recommendations for classics going as far back as possible (provided I can find a copy in English) and any thoughts about the works, as I'm a fan of the history of Denmark but am very much an outsider.
Appreciate anything people would like to suggest.
by Author_A_McGrath