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Gods and Heroes from Viking Mythology (World Mythology Series) Library Binding – April 1, 1994
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Brian Branston
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Giovanni Caselli
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Print length156 pages
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LanguageEnglish
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PublisherPeter Bedrick Books
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Publication dateApril 1, 1994
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Grade level7 - 9
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Dimensions8.6 x 0.75 x 11.1 inches
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ISBN-100872269051
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ISBN-13978-0872269057
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Product details
- Publisher : Peter Bedrick Books (April 1, 1994)
- Language : English
- Library Binding : 156 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0872269051
- ISBN-13 : 978-0872269057
- Grade level : 7 - 9
- Item Weight : 1.9 pounds
- Dimensions : 8.6 x 0.75 x 11.1 inches
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- #933 in Mythology (Books)
- #77,903 in Teen & Young Adult Books
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Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2016
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This book introduced me to the world of Nordic mythology as a child, and I was thrilled to find a used copy on Amazon! It's exactly like I remember, full of the same stories (taken mostly from the Prose Edda) and illustrations that captivated my imagination when I was younger. It's certainly more accessible than the Edda itself, but it's fairly verbose. It also gets a little grim (though not necessarily graphic) at times (beheadings, mutilation, etc), so I'd recommend it for, I don't know, ages 10+? Great collection, gorgeous illustrations, and a fun point of entry into a fascinating mythology.
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Thor's marriage is her favorite. These are children's versions of the classic stories ...
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2015Verified Purchase
I got this book for my daughter she was 5 at the time. She still (3 years later) loves to look at the page with Yggdrasil, and all the gods and ask me to tell her the stories. Thor's marriage is her favorite. These are children's versions of the classic stories from the eddas. Viking, dragons, gods, and giants what's not to love.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2015
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A most remarkable book replete with exciting tales of the Norse gods of Viking myth. Great for young peple and adult,s too. Vividly illustrated and well written this book will stoke the fires anyone curious, or even passionate, about Norse mythology . Odin, Thor, Frey and Freya, Balder, Frigga , and of course that old trickster Loki are all present, and so much more besides. A real treasure this book. I'm really happy to have added it to my library. I gave it 4 stars because the book's condition was slightly lunker part than what I expected, but not too bad at all. Highly recommended for lovers of Viking myths and legends!
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Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2014
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I really enjoyed this book. As a fan of the History Channel's series, "Vikings", I appreciated being able to read all those stories Floki refers to on the show. I knew very little about Viking mythology before I read this book, and I found it very accessible. The stories were good and the illustrations were excellent. My personal favorite picture was of Freya with her chariot pulled by cats! Yeah, that would happen! I also liked that there was a pronunciation guide in the back. I can't praise this book highly enough!
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Reviewed in the United States on March 6, 2019
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Nice book with pretty pictures
Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2017
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It turned out to be a book for Jr. high school kids.
Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2014
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A little used as the description said, but good.
Would be better to send it with a more protected package.
Would be better to send it with a more protected package.
Reviewed in the United States on January 2, 2020
While the language is a bit stilted, these stories take us from the beginning of creation to the end of the world—and beyond. It’s actually a story within a story, as an angry king tries to get back land that he was tricked out of by a shape-shifter Aesir woman with two magically oxen.
The stories are very familiar to anyone who’s touched on Viking mythology (and a surprise to anyone who knows only what they’ve seen and heard in Marvel movies). Thor is a boisterous fighter with a vicious temper. Loki is a mischievous trickster whose hijinks occasionally stray into terrible acts of horror and meanness. Odin frequently travels among human beings in order to delivery messages or choose new warriors for Valhalla.
Norse gods seem very much like humans: needing a steady diet of magic apples to maintain youth and beauty, getting grouchy when they’re hungry and thirsty, falling prey to anger, surprise, lovesickness or sorrow. The stories present their link to humanity in understandable terms and bizarre, exaggerated descriptions. There’s a bit of sly, hidden humor in places and the whole book is enlivened with dazzling full-color pictures that sometimes cover two-page spreads. The line drawings are very expressive as well, managing to convey emotion and action (I had to smile at the image of a surprised Thor being tugged off his feet by a scowling, aged harridan.).
This is a wonderful picture book that’s sure to be a treasure for young and old who may want a change from the ubiquitous books about Greek mythologies.
The stories are very familiar to anyone who’s touched on Viking mythology (and a surprise to anyone who knows only what they’ve seen and heard in Marvel movies). Thor is a boisterous fighter with a vicious temper. Loki is a mischievous trickster whose hijinks occasionally stray into terrible acts of horror and meanness. Odin frequently travels among human beings in order to delivery messages or choose new warriors for Valhalla.
Norse gods seem very much like humans: needing a steady diet of magic apples to maintain youth and beauty, getting grouchy when they’re hungry and thirsty, falling prey to anger, surprise, lovesickness or sorrow. The stories present their link to humanity in understandable terms and bizarre, exaggerated descriptions. There’s a bit of sly, hidden humor in places and the whole book is enlivened with dazzling full-color pictures that sometimes cover two-page spreads. The line drawings are very expressive as well, managing to convey emotion and action (I had to smile at the image of a surprised Thor being tugged off his feet by a scowling, aged harridan.).
This is a wonderful picture book that’s sure to be a treasure for young and old who may want a change from the ubiquitous books about Greek mythologies.
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E A Mitchell
5.0 out of 5 stars
Exactly as remembered !
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 11, 2020Verified Purchase
This was one of my favourite books to borrow from the library as a child. When I stumbled across it available to buy I couldn't believe it! It's as good as I remember with the classic stories retold in a really engaging way.
Gio'
2.0 out of 5 stars
A Nice to have
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 29, 2020Verified Purchase
The book is old which is what was expected, hence the low rating.
EPELI BULICIRI
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Great seller
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 29, 2019Verified Purchase
Very good seller happy with purchase
catlady
5.0 out of 5 stars
superb, easy going, intro to Viking mythology
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 9, 2014Verified Purchase
This book is written in an easy going style - perhpas designed for children although the subject matter may not be suitable, it is an ideal starter for anyoe interested in Viking mythology.
Some of the stories are amusing - in an aesops fables king of way, some are more Wagners ring cycle
Some of the stories are amusing - in an aesops fables king of way, some are more Wagners ring cycle
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Cristina
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Love mythology
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 12, 2019Verified Purchase
Amazing book. I have read other from the collection and this one is as good
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