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''A terrific, detailed introduction of these wonderful stories and the pantheon of characters in them . . . their writing is vivid and lively . . . a great addition to any library.''
Rosi Hollinbeck, San Francisco Book Review

''With recent volumes, such as Neil Gaiman''s Norse Mythology and J.R.R. Tolkien''s posthumously published The Legend of Sigurd & Gudrún, appealing more to readers strictly interested in creative takes on classic Norse tales, this title attracts new readers by offering solid retellings and contextual information that serve as a valuable introduction to this rich tradition.''
Library Journal



While the main focus of the book is on telling the stories, some scene-setting is provided at the beginning and each chapter also contains a section of commentary to explain what is going on and its significance.

The Norse myths have gained widespread attention in the English-speaking world, partly throug

Norse Myths and Legends

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A Paperback / softback by Martyn Whittock, Hannah Whittock

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    Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group
    Publication Date: 12/10/2017
    ISBN13: 9781472138033, 978-1472138033
    ISBN10: 1472138031
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    Description

    Book Synopsis

    ''A terrific, detailed introduction of these wonderful stories and the pantheon of characters in them . . . their writing is vivid and lively . . . a great addition to any library.''
    Rosi Hollinbeck, San Francisco Book Review

    ''With recent volumes, such as Neil Gaiman''s Norse Mythology and J.R.R. Tolkien''s posthumously published The Legend of Sigurd & Gudrún, appealing more to readers strictly interested in creative takes on classic Norse tales, this title attracts new readers by offering solid retellings and contextual information that serve as a valuable introduction to this rich tradition.''
    Library Journal



    While the main focus of the book is on telling the stories, some scene-setting is provided at the beginning and each chapter also contains a section of commentary to explain what is going on and its significance.

    The Norse myths have gained widespread attention in the English-speaking world, partly throug

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