Norse Myths
Tales of Odin, Thor and Loki
Candlewick Press · Print & ebook · September 28, 2017
Long-recognized master of Norse mythology Kevin Crossley-Holland pairs with award-winning artist Jeffrey Alan Love for an exceptional look at the Viking gods.
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- Who it’s for
- Norse myth meets lyrical prose and dramatic artwork, from world-making to Ragnarok.
- Themes
- Norse mythology, Struggle for power, Magic
- Pacing
- Mixed
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Long-recognized master of Norse mythology Kevin Crossley-Holland pairs with award-winning artist Jeffrey Alan Love for an exceptional look at the Viking gods. A collaboration by two talented creators provides the perfect means to delve into Norse mythology and pore over the enthralling exploits of all-powerful Odin; mighty Thor and his hammer, Mjolnir; and Loki, the infamous trickster.
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From the creation of the nine worlds to the final battle of Ragnarok, Carnegie Medal winner Kevin Crossley-Holland details the Viking gods as never before, while Jeffrey Alan Love's lavish illustrations bring the mythic figures to life on the page. Readers will be caught up in the seesawing struggle for power between gods, dwarfs, and giants, punctuated by surprising love matches, thrilling journeys, and dazzling magic. With its well-researched, lyrical prose and its dramatic and powerful artwork, this wonderful gift edition makes the perfect book for both the staunchest fans of mythology and newcomers with no knowledge of Viking folklore.
Gods in Motion
Norse myth meets lyrical prose and dramatic artwork, from world-making to Ragnarok.
Come here for
- Odin, Thor, and Loki across myths from creation to Ragnarok
- Lyrical prose alongside dramatic, mythic artwork
Expect
- Gods, dwarfs, and giants in contests of power
- Love matches, journeys, and dazzling magic
Where it sits
| Norse Myths | 75% |
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Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.
Publisher categories
- YA Adventure
- Fairy Tale Anthologies for Teens
- Myths & Legends for Teens
- Authors
- Kevin Crossley-Holland
- Publisher
- Candlewick Press
- Published
- September 28, 2017
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Theme
- Norse mythology · Struggle for power · Magic
- Reading lane
- YA Adventure