Roger Norum (Rough Guide Scandinavia) does away with tired cliches of rolling hills, pristine beaches and idyllic villages in favor of exploring what makes Denmark come alive-- its palatial Baroque castles; remote Baltic isles; electric charm of Copenhagen and its summer jazz festivals. With snazzy photos and dozens of sidebars offering little-known facts and a wealth of historical and cultural information, the book is an excellent companion to Denmark, a country full of the unexpected.  (DMK34, $24.99)