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Author : Rosalind Kerven
Publisher : Chartwell Books
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2017-09-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9780785835554
Written in consultation with leading academics.
Author : Rosalind Kerven
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Gods, Norse
ISBN : 0953745473
Definitive, unique collection of 34 major Viking myths, heroic legends and historical sagas. Features tales of gods, giantesses, dwarfs, valkyries and ghosts; sagas of love and hate, the Viking discovery of America, tales that inspired Tolkien and Shakespeare. Also proverbs, spells, poems, riddles, detailed Notes and a comprehensive Glossary.
Author : Loren Auerbach,Jacqueline Simpson
Publisher : Time Life Medical
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : History
ISBN : UOM:49015002612423
Through a combination of archaeological artifacts and early writings, historians have recovered much of a lifestyle and philosophy that once rivaled those of Greece and Rome. Even today the names of figures from northern mythology, from Odin and Thor to the Valkyries, have not lost their power to excite the imagination. Richly illustrated.
Author : Martin J Dougherty
Publisher : Amber Books Ltd
Page : 426 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2016-03-08
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781782743439
Illustrated with 180 photographs, artworks and maps, Norse Myths is an exciting, engaging and highly informative exploration of a fascinating and highly influential world that will appeal to anyone interested in folklore and history.
Author : Hélène Adeline Guerber
Publisher : Arcturus Publishing
Page : 476 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2021-05-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781398809901
This awe-inspiring collection brings together the complete mythologies of the Norse peoples, from the story of Brunhild to the tricks of Loki. Guerber's prose beautifully captures the spirit, humor and romance of these stories and are perfect for anyone wanting an excellent grounding in the Norse myths. A chapter comparing Norse mythology with Greek mythology is a fascinating additional draw to this edition. Evoking a land of gods, giants, elves and dwarves, Myths of the Norsemen will enthrall anyone interested in the legends of the Nordic countries. ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Classic Myths and Legends brings together beautiful retellings of mythologies from different traditions, from Celtic to Native American.
Author : Mary Litchfield,Sarah Powers Bradish,Abbie Farewell Brown,William Morris,Edward Ernest Kellett
Publisher : Arcturus Publishing
Page : 389 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2018-01-16
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781788883535
The myths and legends of the Norsemen have entertained both old and young alike for hundreds of years. This fascinating collection contains stories retold from the Icelandic Eddas, the principal sources of knowledge of Norse mythology, and the Sagas of the ancient world of the Vikings. Following the deeds of the powerful Norse gods, such as Odin, Thor and Loki, and filled with a host of fantastic creatures and objects containing magical properties, the tales in Norse Mythology will conjure up a world of heroism and romance that will enthrall readers.
Author : Monica Bonvicini
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 62 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2020-12-31
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798588953184
From the creation of time to the end of the cosmos passing through the most famous adventures of Odin, Thor, and Loki: visit with your heroes and your heroines the nine extraordinary worlds of Norse mythology!Explore the fjords and sail through ocean storms, meet mythological beings and participate in parties worthy of the gods, fight with them in epic battles against legendary monsters!This collection of tales is a fascinating journey into the legends of the north and is accompanied by illustrations and insights to better orientate yourself in the universe of the Vikings and their gods.An illustrated book to read aloud, full of dialogues, written to be told and to answer some of the classic questions about the characters and the most beautiful stories of Norse mythology.Who are the gods and goddesses?Is Loki really Odin's son? (spoiler: no!)Where do monsters and giants come from?What is Ragnarok?What is the secret of the runes?Is Edda the name of Snorri's wife? Suitable for children and teenagers, this book is also recommended for adults who want to get a general idea and then go deeper with further research.
Author : Jesse Byock
Publisher : Penguin UK
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2006-05-04
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780141968353
In a land of ice, great warriors search for glory... When a dragon threatens the people of the north, only one man can destroy the fearsome beast. Elsewhere, a mighty leader gathers a court of champions, including a noble warrior under a terrible curse. The Earth's creation is described; tales of the gods and evil Frost Giants are related; and the dark days of Ragnarok foretold. Journey into a realm of legend, where heroes from an ancient age do battle with savage monsters, and every man must live or die by the sword ...
Author : Jón Karl Helgason
Publisher : Reaktion Books
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2017-06-15
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781780237732
Tolkien’s wizard Gandalf, Wagner’s Valkyrie Brünnhilde, Marvel’s superhero the Mighty Thor, the warrior heading for Valhalla in Led Zeppelin’s “Immigrant Song,” and Donald Crisp’s portrayal of Leif Eriksson in the classic film The Viking—these are just a few examples of how Icelandic medieval literature has shaped human imagination during the past 150 years. Echoes of Valhalla is a unique look at modern adaptations of the Icelandic eddas (poems of Norse mythology) and sagas (ancient prose accounts of Viking history, voyages, and battles) across an astonishing breadth of art forms. Jón Karl Helgason looks at comic books, plays, travel books, music, and films in order to explore the reincarnations of a range of legendary characters, from the Nordic gods Thor and Odin to the saga characters Hallgerd Long-legs, Gunnar of Hlidarendi, and Leif the Lucky. Roaming the globe, Helgason unearths echoes of Nordic lore in Scandinavia, Britain, America, Germany, Italy, and Japan. He examines the comic work of Jack Kirby and cartoon work of Peter Madsen; reads the plays of Henrik Ibsen and Gordon Bottomley; engages thought travelogues by Frederick Metcalfe and Poul Vad; listens to the music of Richard Wagner, Edward Elgar, and the metal band Manowar; and watches films by directors such as Roy William Neill and Richard Fleischer, outlining the presence of the eddas and sagas in these nineteenth- and twentieth-century works. Altogether, Echoes of Valhalla tells the remarkable story of how disparate, age-old poetry and prose originally recorded in remote areas of medieval Iceland have come to be a part of our shared cultural experience today—how Nordic gods and saga heroes have survived and how their colorful cast of characters and adventures they went on are as vibrant as ever.
Author : Anonim
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 151 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780578021386
Although based on historical persons from the 9th century, Ragnar Lodbrok and his sons are the subjects of compelling legends dating from the Viking era. Warriors, raiders, and rulers, Ragnar and his sons inspired unknown writers to set down their stories over seven centuries ago. This volume presents new and original translations of the three major Old Norse texts that tell Ragnar's story: the Saga of Ragnar Lodbrok, the Tale of Ragnar's Sons, and the Sogubrot. Ragnar's death song, the Krakumal, and a Latin fragment called the List of Swedish Kings, complete the story. Extensive notes and commentary are provided, helping the reader to enter the world of these timeless stories of Viking adventure.
Author : Nancy Marie Brown
Publisher : Macmillan + ORM
Page : 227 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2012-10-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9781137073716
Much like Greek and Roman mythology, Norse myths are still with us. Famous storytellers from JRR Tolkien to Neil Gaiman have drawn their inspiration from the long-haired, mead-drinking, marauding and pillaging Vikings. Their creator is a thirteenth-century Icelandic chieftain by the name of Snorri Sturluson. Like Homer, Snorri was a bard, writing down and embellishing the folklore and pagan legends of medieval Scandinavia. Unlike Homer, Snorri was a man of the world—a wily political power player, one of the richest men in Iceland who came close to ruling it, and even closer to betraying it... In Song of the Vikings, award-winning author Nancy Marie Brown brings Snorri Sturluson's story to life in a richly textured narrative that draws on newly available sources.
Author : Kevin Crossley-Holland
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Mythology, Norse
ISBN : 1566199468
Author : Various Authors
Publisher : Arcturus Publishing
Page : 527 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2020-11-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781398807396
The myths and legends of the Norseman have entertained the young and old for hundreds of years. Collated here in this thrilling treasury, these tales will transport you to the magical realms of Asgard, Midgard and Jötunheim. Full of dramatic stories of dark deeds, cunning and war, as well as love, compassion and humor, Norse mythology has influenced countless generations of writers, including Tolkein, George R. R. Martin and Stan Lee. Following the deeds of the powerful Norse gods, such as Odin, Thor and Loki, and filled with a host of fantastic creatures and magical objects, these tales conjure up a world of heroism and romance that will enthrall readers.
Author : Neil Gaiman,P. Craig Russell
Publisher : Dark Horse Comics (Single Issues)
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2021-06-16
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : PKEY:3006735
#1 New York Times bestselling author Neil Gaiman and Eisner Award-winning comics legend P. Craig Russell breathe new life into the ancient Norse stories by taking readers through the creation of the Nine Worlds to the epic origin and adventures of Thor, Odin, and Loki all the way to the end of lifeÑ Ragnarok. Explore the origins of poetryÑgood and badÑin this tale of malicious dwarfs, suspicious giants, and the wise god Kvasir, whose eventual fate leads to the creation of a powerful mead that many will fight and die for. Faithfully adapted from the original novel! ''Remarkable. . . . Gaiman has provided an enchanting contemporary interpretation of the Viking ethos.''ÐThe Atlantic
Author : Kevin Crossley-Holland
Publisher : Quercus
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2014-03-11
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781623651138
Crossley-Holland, a winner of the Carnegie Medal, the Guardian Children's Fiction Award, the Smarties Prize Bronze Medal, and the Tir Nan-Og Award, and numerous other distinctions, has written an absorbing fantasy novel for young adults with a formidable heroine. The Guardian praised Bracelet of Bones as "superb" Crossley-Holland writes "with a poet's eye and love of words, painting a vivid picture of the world his characters move through, whether it's the morning mist on the river or the smoke from a funeral pyre." One morning Solveig wakes to find her father, Viking mercenary Halfdan, has broken his promise to her by leaving to join the Viking Guard in Constantinople, without her. Deciding to follow him, Solveig sets off in a tiny boat and into an epic adventure, encountering Swedish traders, a ghost-ship and a Russian king, braving arrow-storms and witnessing a living sacrifice. Through it all, Solveig's belief in her father is unwavering. Will she ever reach Constantinople? And will her father be there? An imaginative and poignant novel that explores friendship and betrayal, the father-daughter relationship, the clash of religions and the journey from childhood to adulthood, Bracelet of Bones is a vivid adventure not to be missed.
