by Meredith Hamilton (Illustrator), Meredith Hamilton (Illustrator), Heather Alexander (Author), Meredith Hamilton (Illustrator), Heather Alexander (Author), Meredith Hamilton (Illustrator)
The newest book in the best-selling, award-winning A Child's Introduction series explores the popular and captivating world of Norse mythology. Organized into two parts, part one introduces characters like Odin, the leader of the Norse gods; Thor and his mighty hammer Mjollner; Frigg, weaver of the destinies of humans and gods; frost and fire giants; cunning dwarves like Brokk and Eitri; and many more. Part two tells the stories of the suspenseful myths themselves including The Creation of the Cosmos, The Aesir-Vanir War, Loki Bound, Thor's Hammer and many more.
Full of charming and witty illustrations from Meredith Hamilton, a Norse name pronunciation guide, and a removable Norse Family Tree poster, A Child's Introduction to Norse Mythology is the perfect way for kids to learn the historic stories behind today's popular mythical characters.
Format: hardcover
Publisher: Black Dog & Leventhal
Published:
ISBN 10: 0316482153
ISBN 13: 9780316482158