The Children of Odin (Kindle Edition)

by Padraic Colum (Author), Willy Pogany (Illustrator)

Editorial Reviews

Product Description

his is Padraic Colum's retelling of the Eddas and the Volsung Saga for young adults, although it can be enjoyed by readers of any age. This book is a great introduction to northern mythology; Padraic Colum is a natural story-teller, and Willy Pogany's whimsical line illustrations add to the fun.

About the Author

Padraic Colum (1881-1972) was a poet, a playwright, and a leader of the Irish Renaissance, but he is best known for his works for children, including The Children of Odin and The Golden Fleece (a newbery honor book).

Product Details

• Format: Kindle Edition
• File Size: 800 KB
• Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
• Publisher: Evinity Publishing Inc.; 1.0 edition (April 7, 2009)
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services
• Language: English
• ASIN: B0025VKZFM
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #76,718 in Kindle Store (See Bestsellers in Kindle Store)

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Customer Reviews

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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Buyer Beware !!!!!!, January 20, 2008

By	einar (Grand Rapids, MI) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: The Children of Odin: The Book of Northern Myths (Paperback)

Buyer beware ! This Alladin Publication is the same as the Dover Publication Nordic Gods and Heroes. However, it is lacking much of the original artwork, especially that which introduces each of the four parts.
The first 3 parts are Norse mythology and the 4th is the Teutonic Ring of the Nibelungs. This book was written for children and young adults and gives only a bare bones telling of the myths. Be prepared for some archaic language : "dost", "spake", "knowst", etc.

Why Amazon chooses to sell these two books as a pair is beyond me as they are essentially identical. I recommend the Dover edition because of the extra artwork.

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lively, entertaining, December 28, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: The Children of Odin: The Book of Northern Myths (Paperback)

This book is different than many mythology texts, it is a good read. The stories are more like stories, and they carry on from one story or chapter to the next. It holds the attention.

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Odin's BEST, May 5, 2004

By	GixxxerKim (Heathentown, NY USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Children of Odin (Hardcover)

You will find not only Norse myths in this book, but Teutonic tales as well. The drawings are incredible, as in all children's books. Adults will not be disappointed with this one, and children will be pleased to hear the exciting stories within. A MUST have for Norse mythology book collectors. An oldie but GOODIE! Classic and captivating. What else can I say? . . . I'm buying another one incase I lose my present copy-THAT IS HOW GOOD IT IS! I also reccomend My Viking Book by Ruth Harshaw. Hard to find and quite old, but it is THE best children's book EVER! Don't miss either of them.