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Author : Facts On File, Incorporated
Release : 2009
Genre : Civilization, Ancient
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 010/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Norse Mythology A to Z by : Facts On File, Incorporated
Download or read book Norse Mythology A to Z written by Facts On File, Incorporated. This book was released on 2009. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alphabetically listed entries identify and explain the characters, events, important places, and other aspects of Norse mythology.
Author : Kathleen N. Daly
Release : 2010
Genre : Mythology, Norse
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 117/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Norse Mythology A to Z by : Kathleen N. Daly
Download or read book Norse Mythology A to Z written by Kathleen N. Daly. This book was released on 2010. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Norse Mythology A to Z, Third Edition examines the characters, objects, and places whose stories make up the folklore of the Norse people, who lived in the region known today as Scandinavia. Passed down through the generations by word of mouth and finally written down in the 13th century and later, these myths include tales of gods and goddesses; heroes, giants, and dwarfs; and serpents and dragons that inhabit enchanted realms. This colorful volume brings to life many of these Nordic myths. Entries of this title include: the most famous gods and goddesses, such as Odin, Thor, and Freya; plants and animals important to Norse mythology, such as the oak tree and the eagle; stories and poems, such as ""Treasures of the Dwarfs"" and the ""Poetic Edda""; and, much more.
Author : Mary Litchfield
Release : 2018-01-16
Genre : Fiction
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 535/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Norse Mythology by : Mary Litchfield
Download or read book Norse Mythology written by Mary Litchfield. This book was released on 2018-01-16. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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 : Kathleen N. Daly
Release : 2003
Genre : Juvenile Nonfiction
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 564/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Norse Mythology A to Z by : Kathleen N. Daly
Download or read book Norse Mythology A to Z written by Kathleen N. Daly. This book was released on 2003. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Alphabetically listed entries identify and explain the characters, events, and important places of Norse mythology.
Author : Annette Giesecke
Release : 2020-10-06
Genre : History
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 130/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Classical Mythology A to Z by : Annette Giesecke
Download or read book Classical Mythology A to Z written by Annette Giesecke. This book was released on 2020-10-06. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A beautifully illustrated, wonderfully engaging A-to-Z guide to more than 700 major and minor gods and goddesses, characters, creatures, and places of classical Greek and Roman mythology. Classical Mythology A-to-Z is a comprehensive and engrossing guide to Greek and Roman mythology. Written by Annette Giesecke, PhD, Professor of Classics and Chair of Ancient Greek and Roman Studies at the University of Delaware, this brilliant reference offers clear explanations of every character and locale, and captures the essence of these timeless tales. From the gods and goddesses of Mount Olympus and the heroes of the Trojan War to the nymphs, monsters, and other mythical creatures that populate these ancient stories, Giesecke recounts, with clarity and energy, the details of more than 700 characters and places. Each definition includes cross-references to related characters, locations, and myths, as well their equivalent in Roman mythology and cult. In addition to being an important standalone work, Classical Mythology A-to-Z is also written, designed, and illustrated to serve as an essential companion to the bestselling illustrated 75th-anniversary edition of Mythology by Edith Hamilton, including 10 full-color plates and 2-color illustrations throughout by artist Jim Tierney.
