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Author : Jacqueline Simpson
Release : 1994
Genre : Fiction
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : /5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Penguin Book of Scandinavian Folktales by : Jacqueline Simpson
Download or read book Penguin Book of Scandinavian Folktales written by Jacqueline Simpson. This book was released on 1994. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Jacqueline Simpson
Release : 1988
Genre : Fiction
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : /5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Scandinavian Folktales by : Jacqueline Simpson
Download or read book Scandinavian Folktales written by Jacqueline Simpson. This book was released on 1988. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of approximately 175 Scandinavian folktales.
Author : Lone Thygesen Blecher
Release : 2004
Genre : Fiction
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 756/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Swedish Folktales and Legends by : Lone Thygesen Blecher
Download or read book Swedish Folktales and Legends written by Lone Thygesen Blecher. This book was released on 2004. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Swedish Folktales and Legends is a diverse and representative collection of stories from Sweden's centuries-old folklore tradition. Ranging from the ribald to the romantic, from the rustic to the mythical, these are lively translations of 150 tales drawn from unique sources including the Swedish National Folklore Archives and numerous private collections, while the humorous and dramatic illustrations are gathered from classic volumes of Swedish folktales. Lone Thygesen Blecher's engaging introduction details the purpose and background of folktales and legends as well as the history of their collection. This distinctive selection presents the storytelling artistry of Sweden's lush folkloric tradition.
Author : Kevin Crossley-Holland
Release : 1996-10-31
Genre : Fiction
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 416/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis The Penguin Book of Norse Myths by : Kevin Crossley-Holland
Download or read book The Penguin Book of Norse Myths written by Kevin Crossley-Holland. This book was released on 1996-10-31. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE DEFINITIVE AND COMPREHENSIVE RETELLING OF NORSE MYTHOLOGY 'Burning ice, biting flame; that is how life began' The extraordinary Scandinavian myth cycle is one of the most enduring, exciting, dramatic and compelling of the world's great stories. The Penguin Book of the Norse Myths compellingly retells these stories for the modern reader, taking us from the creation of the world through the building of Asgard's Wall to the end in Ragnarok. You'll discover how Thor got his hammer and how Odin lost his eye, the terrible price of binding the wolf Fenrir and why Loki the Trickster can never be trusted. The Norse myths are as thrilling to read as they are of vast cultural and historical importance. In this gripping book, discover the passion, cruelty and heroism of these unforgettable stories. 'An excellent introduction to Norse Mythology' Amazon Review 'Extremely well written, highly engaging and entertaining' Amazon Review 'Viking myths and legends written in a humorous and enlightening way' Amazon Review
Author : Johan Egerkrans
Release : 2017-11-01
Genre : Juvenile Nonfiction
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 159/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Norse gods by : Johan Egerkrans
Download or read book Norse gods written by Johan Egerkrans. This book was released on 2017-11-01. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Johan Egerkrans long dreamed of illustrating the Norse mythology, and when he released Norse Gods in Swedish it was an immediate success. Egerkrans re-tells the most exciting and imaginative sagas of the Norse mythology: From the creation myth in which the first giant Ymer is hacked to pieces by Odin and his brothers, to the gods' final destruction in Ragnarök. This is a gorgeously illustrated book in which gods, giants, dwarves, monsters and heroes are presented in all their glory. A book for those who already know and love these stories, as well as for those who have yet to discover Scandinavian mythology. A definitive work for readers of all ages. “It is a pleasure to be enchanted by the suggestive visualizations of Angerboda, Hel, Freya, Utgarda-Loki, Mimer and Surt." Dick Harrison, Svenska Dagbladet
