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From Asgard to Valhalla

Author : Heather O'Donoghue
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 0857730436
Total Pages : 232 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (577 download)

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Download or read book From Asgard to Valhalla written by Heather O'Donoghue and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2008-09-30 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether they focus on Thor's powerful hammer, the wailing Valkyrie, the palatial home of the gods - Asgard - or ravenous wolves and fierce elemental giants, the Norse myths are packed with rowdy incident. But at the centre of their cosmos stands a gnarled old ash tree, Yggdrasil, from which all distances and times are measured. When the old tree creaks, Ragnarok - the end of the world and of the gods themselves - is at hand. It is from this tree that Odin, father of the gods, hanged himself in search of the wisdom of the dead: a disturbing image of divine sacrifice far removed from the feasting and fighting of his otherworld home, Valhalla. And an image so problematic for thirteenth century Christians that they left it out when they wrote the myths down. From Asgard to Valhalla is the first book to show how and why the Norse myths have so powerfully resonated from era to era: from Viking-age stories of ice and fire to the epic poetry of Beowulf; and from Wagner's Ring to Marvel Comics' Mighty Thor. Heather O'Donoghue, who is an expert on Old Norse culture, shows in what ways the Norse myths have impacted on the western mind, across the fields of literature, art, music and politics. She considers the wider contexts of Norse mythology, including its origins, medieval expression and reception in post-medieval societies right up to the present. From Asgard to Valhalla is a book that will intrigue and delight anyone who is keen to understand how the Norse myths have so profoundly shaped, and continue to shape, the western cultural heritage.

From Asgard to Valhalla

Author : Heather O'Donoghue
Publisher : I.B.Tauris
ISBN 13 : 0857730436
Total Pages : 208 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (577 download)

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Download or read book From Asgard to Valhalla written by Heather O'Donoghue and published by I.B.Tauris. This book was released on 2008-09-30 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether they focus on Thor's powerful hammer, the wailing Valkyrie, the palatial home of the gods - Asgard - or ravenous wolves and fierce elemental giants, the Norse myths are packed with rowdy incident. But at the centre of their cosmos stands a gnarled old ash tree, Yggdrasil, from which all distances and times are measured. When the old tree creaks, Ragnarok - the end of the world and of the gods themselves - is at hand. It is from this tree that Odin, father of the gods, hanged himself in search of the wisdom of the dead: a disturbing image of divine sacrifice far removed from the feasting and fighting of his otherworld home, Valhalla. And an image so problematic for thirteenth century Christians that they left it out when they wrote the myths down. From Asgard to Valhalla is the first book to show how and why the Norse myths have so powerfully resonated from era to era: from Viking-age stories of ice and fire to the epic poetry of Beowulf; and from Wagner's Ring to Marvel Comics' Mighty Thor. Heather O'Donoghue, who is an expert on Old Norse culture, shows in what ways the Norse myths have impacted on the western mind, across the fields of literature, art, music and politics. She considers the wider contexts of Norse mythology, including its origins, medieval expression and reception in post-medieval societies right up to the present. From Asgard to Valhalla is a book that will intrigue and delight anyone who is keen to understand how the Norse myths have so profoundly shaped, and continue to shape, the western cultural heritage.

From Asgard to Valhalla

Author : Heather O'Donoghue
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1350252832
Total Pages : 185 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (52 download)

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Download or read book From Asgard to Valhalla written by Heather O'Donoghue and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2024-01-25 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Asgard to Valhalla takes readers deep inside Odin's cavernous hall and tells of the adventures, tragedies and lessons of the Viking Gods. Here, Heather O'Donoghue skillfully uncovers both the history and legacy of these myths to provide the authoritative student text on Old Norse mythology. From the magnificent tales of A Song of Ice and Fire and the supernatural wonders of Valkyries to Tolkien's Riders of Rohan and Marvel's mighty Thor, Norse mythology is a fundamental part of western culture. Drawing from a wealth of sources and scholarly debates, this fully-updated and expanded 2nd edition offers both an engaging survey of the Old Norse myths and an accessible introduction to how such strange and fragmentary material has been seized, repurposed and at times abused throughout the centuries. Notably, this important and timely study explores how Old Norse mythology has been – and continues to be – weaponized by far right movements across the world. Containing 2 brand new chapters on post-medieval reception, 30 illustrations for a stronger visual context and pedagogical updates throughout to aid further study, this new edition of From Asgard to Valhalla: The Remarkable History of the Norse Myths is a vital resource for all students of Old Norse mythology.

In the Halls of Valhalla from Asgard - Vikings for Kids | Norse Mythology for Kids | 3rd Grade Social Studies

Author : Baby Professor
Publisher : Speedy Publishing LLC
ISBN 13 : 1541924886
Total Pages : 64 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (419 download)

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Download or read book In the Halls of Valhalla from Asgard - Vikings for Kids | Norse Mythology for Kids | 3rd Grade Social Studies written by Baby Professor and published by Speedy Publishing LLC. This book was released on 2017-12-01 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Did you know that there is some truth to myths? The characters may be fictional but the historical backgrounds are true. For instance, Norse mythology is the story of the people following their transition from paganism to Christianity. Norse mythology also touches on Scandinavian folklore. This book will introduce the story of the Vikings. Read a copy today.

Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Forgotten Myths #1

Author : Alex Freed
Publisher : Dark Horse Comics (Single Issues)
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (31 download)

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Download or read book Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Forgotten Myths #1 written by Alex Freed and published by Dark Horse Comics (Single Issues). This book was released on 2022-03-16 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this prequel to Assassin’s Creed Valhalla: Dawn of Ragnarök, follow Baldr, the valiant son of Odin, on his quest to forge a lasting peace among the realms. Thor, Baldr, and Heimdall have discovered trouble lurking at Asgard’s borders once again. A mighty fire giant from Muspelheim is threatening the land of the Æsir. In the aftermath of the raging battle, Baldr discovers that the Muspels are now massing at the gates of Svartalfheim and begins a journey to bring peace to the realms. • 2022 is the fifteenth anniversary of the Assassin's Creed franchise.

Valhalla: the Myths of Norseland

Author : Julia Clinton Jones
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 168 pages
Book Rating : 4.F/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Valhalla: the Myths of Norseland written by Julia Clinton Jones and published by . This book was released on 1878 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Hotel Valhalla Guide to the Norse Worlds

Author : Rick Riordan
Publisher : Penguin UK
ISBN 13 : 0141377550
Total Pages : 176 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (413 download)

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Download or read book Hotel Valhalla Guide to the Norse Worlds written by Rick Riordan and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2016-08-16 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For Magnus Chase: Hotel Valhalla Guide to the Norse Worlds will whet readers' appetites for The Hammer of Thor. It is a 176-page, smaller format book with black-and-white illustrations throughout. Helgi - the hotel manager - created this book for each hotel guest, so that he wouldn't have to answer so many questions at the front desk. It has short entries about the deities, mythical beings, and fantastic creatures from the nine Norse worlds, and also contains bonus material, including interviews, newspaper articles, short stories and more. The tone is humorous, complementing Rick's series.

In the Halls of Valhalla from Asgard - Vikings for Kids | Norse Mythology for Kids | 3rd Grade Social Studies

Author : Baby Professor
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781541917354
Total Pages : 64 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (173 download)

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Download or read book In the Halls of Valhalla from Asgard - Vikings for Kids | Norse Mythology for Kids | 3rd Grade Social Studies written by Baby Professor and published by . This book was released on 2017-12 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Did you know that there is some truth to myths? The characters may be fictional but the historical backgrounds are true. For instance, Norse mythology is the story of the people following their transition from paganism to Christianity. Norse mythology also touches on Scandinavian folklore. This book will introduce the story of the Vikings. Read a copy today.

Erik and the Gods

Author : Lars-Henrik Olsen
Publisher : Aurora Metro Publications Ltd.
ISBN 13 : 1906582645
Total Pages : 397 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (65 download)

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Download or read book Erik and the Gods written by Lars-Henrik Olsen and published by Aurora Metro Publications Ltd.. This book was released on 2017-07-12 with total page 397 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A classic of Danish children's literature, translated into over a dozen languages.. Winner Best Children's Book and PEN award The Norse Gods have been fighting an endless war with the Giants and now they’re growing weak and losing their powers, so the God of Thunder, Thor, travels to earth to find help. He asks Erik, an ordinary teenage boy, to go on a secret mission to Asgard and the Land of the Giants. Once in the Land of the Gods, Erik has to train to gain the skills to outwit and outrun the Giants. Together with Thor’s daughter, Trud, Erik ventures to the Land of the Giants to search for magic apples - the only thing which can revive the dying Gods. But time is running out. Can they rescue the Goddess and prevent Ragnarok, the End of the World? Reviews "Erik and the Gods: Journey to Valhalla is an exciting retelling of Norse myths and legends that many of us have most likely heard of at some point in our lives. The author brings old myths and legends vividly to life with his story and whisks readers off on a magical adventure into the epic world of Norse mythology where adventure abounds. I was positively surprised by this novel, because it has the feel of an epic adventure due to the author's way of writing about the various Gods and their deeds in a marvellous way. The author effortlessly evokes a sense of an adventure and makes sure that his readers are having a good time." **** - Seregil of Rhiminee "When the great hammer-wielding Thor whisks Erik off to Asgard, the boy finds himself in a new (and very ancient) world preparing to embark on a perilous quest. It will be an action-packed journey on a mythological scale, with Gods and giants, with monsters and magical knives, with dragons and wolves and serpents, with treachery and heroism. Olsen's breathless new adventure is filled with the old stories, which it conjures back into life an exciting and original introduction to one of the greatest of all mythological universes." --Daniel Hahn, Oxford Companion to Children's Literature "Famous myths and legends burst into life again when 13-year-old Erik is enlisted to help out the Norse gods, now fallen on hard times. His adventures that follow are in the same epic league as Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings, but delivered with a lighter touch as Erik brings in his own modern perspective to all he sees and hears now going on around him. Packing each chapter with incident and extraordinary detail concerning everyday life in Valhalla, the ancient home of the gods, Lars-Henrik Olsen provides readers of all ages with an unfailingly good-humoured feast for the imagination. Published thirty years ago in Danish, this wonderfully entertaining story, the first of four involving Erik, richly deserves a wider audience today." --Nicholas Tucker, Rough Guide to Children s Books "Lars-Henrik Olsen s epic novel of Erik s adventures with the Viking gods is a main reason why the powerful tales of Norse mythology continue to be shared by generations of Danes. When, as a young teenager, I first encountered Erik and the Gods, I discovered what would become a lifelong passion for fantasy and, not least, reading. I am delighted that this novel has been translated into English for the first time and will be available to a whole new generation of readers." --Jakob Stougaard-Nielsen, UCL Scandinavian Studies Lars-Henrik Olsen is a Danish author. His writing spans both children's, youth and adult books. He has written over 70 books including non-fiction about animals and nature, Nordic mythology and several historical novels. His books have been translated into a total of 13 different languages and sold millions of copies. He also helped found the Panda Club for the World Wildlife Fund. His novel Erik and the Gods: Journey to Valhalla (Erik Menneskeson) was awarded The Danish Children's Book Award in 1986. A film is now being made of the book in Denmark.

The Heroes of Asgard

Author : Annie Keary
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 390 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (89 download)

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Download or read book The Heroes of Asgard written by Annie Keary and published by . This book was released on 1871 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Forgotten Myths #2

Author : Alexander Freed
Publisher : Dark Horse Comics (Single Issues)
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (31 download)

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Download or read book Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Forgotten Myths #2 written by Alexander Freed and published by Dark Horse Comics (Single Issues). This book was released on 2022-04-20 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the fire giants of Muspelheim rumble about war, Baldr and Loki brave immense peril and adventure to seek out rare items to gift the Muspel princess, Eysa. If Baldr can win her heart, perhaps there can be peace amongst the nine realms once more. • 2022 is the fifteenth anniversary of the Assassin's Creed franchise.

The Heroes of Asgard

Author : Annie Keary
Publisher : Good Press
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 156 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (596 download)

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Download or read book The Heroes of Asgard written by Annie Keary and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-03 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Stories presented in this book are drawn from the most striking and picturesque Norse myths. They are put together in the simplest form, and were written with a design to be enjoyable and interesting to modern reader. Contents: The Æsir. A Giant—a Cow—and a Hero Air Throne, the Dwarfs, and the Light Elves Niflheim The Children of Loki Bifröst, Urda, and the Norns Odhærir How Thor Went to Jötunheim From Asgard to Utgard The Serpent and the Kettle Frey On Tiptoe in Air Throne The Gift Fairest Gerd The Wood Barri The Wanderings of Freyja The Necklace Brisingamen Loki—the Iron Wood—a Boundless Waste The King of the Sea and His Daughters Idūna's Apples Reflections in the Water The Winged-giant Hela Through Flood and Fire Baldur The Dream The Peacestead Baldur Dead Helheim Weeping The Binding of Fenrir The Might of Asgard The Secret of Svartheim The Punishment of Loki, Ragnarök The Twilight of the Gods

The Heroes of Asgard: Tales from Scandinavian Mythology

Author : Annie Keary and E. Keary
Publisher : BEYOND BOOKS HUB
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 184 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Heroes of Asgard: Tales from Scandinavian Mythology written by Annie Keary and E. Keary and published by BEYOND BOOKS HUB. This book was released on 2021-01-01 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Heroes of Asgard: Tales from Scandinavian Mythology by Annie Keary and E. Keary is a captivating collection of mythical tales from ancient Scandinavian lore. Through enchanting storytelling, Annie Keary and E. Keary bring to life the legendary figures of Norse mythology, such as Thor, Odin, and Loki. These tales of gods, heroes, and epic adventures offer readers a window into the rich tapestry of Norse culture and belief. The Heroes of Asgard: Tales from Scandinavian Mythology is a treasure trove of fascinating stories that have captured the imagination of generations. Whether you are a lover of mythology or curious about ancient cultures, this book promises to transport you to a realm of heroic deeds and divine beings.

Asgard and the Gods

Author : Wilhelm Wägner
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 354 pages
Book Rating : 4.F/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Asgard and the Gods written by Wilhelm Wägner and published by . This book was released on 1884 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Asgard and the Norse Heroes (Classic Reprint)

Author : Katharine F. Boult
Publisher : Forgotten Books
ISBN 13 : 9781331782155
Total Pages : 286 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (821 download)

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Download or read book Asgard and the Norse Heroes (Classic Reprint) written by Katharine F. Boult and published by Forgotten Books. This book was released on 2015-07-19 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Excerpt from Asgard and the Norse Heroes Eleven hundred years ago, the men of Norway, or vikings, were dreaded throughout all the coasts of Europe. Each summer the hapless people living near the Shore looked out in fear lest they Should see the hated long-ships, with bright-coloured sails, carved dragon-prow and rows of shields along either side, come speeding over the waves, bringing the fair haired, blue-eyed warriors to plunder and burn and kill. And each Sunday they prayed in church to be delivered from the fury of the Northmen. Now Norway was a poor country, divided by high mountains into many dales, up which the long dark sea-fjords threaded their way, and there was not work for all the men in the land; the fields and cattle were, therefore, cared for by thralls and women. The men spent their winters in hunting, drinking, and fighting their neighbours, and, when spring came, they drew their long-ships out of the viks, or small bays, where they had been housed for the winter, and sailed away, south, west, or east, to harry the people of other countries and gather the riches they coveted - gold, jewels, amber, silks, and the fine soft cloth Of the south. From these bays or viks they were called vikings. The word has nothing to do with a royal race; their kings were known as sea-kings when they went a-roving. It was no hardship to them to fight. Their religion taught them that to be a warrior was the finest thing in life and that to die in battle would lead them to eternal feasting with their gods in the glorious hall of Valhalla. Every dale or group of dales in Norway had its own king or earl (j arl), and each of these was always ready to fight the chiefs near him. It chanced that, in 860, a handsome, haughty boy of ten, called Harald, succeeded to his father's kingdom, which was one Of the largest districts in the land. By his bravery and cleverness he mastered his followers and kept them obedient, although, for some years, he does not seem to have thought of adding to his realm. But one day he saw fair Gyda, the daughter of a neighbouring jarl. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Norse Myths

Author : J.K. Jackson
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1787556336
Total Pages : 156 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (875 download)

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Download or read book Norse Myths written by J.K. Jackson and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2018-12-15 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Myths & Legends. The Vikings and their norse gods fought a constant battle with nature. Their landscape, with its stark mountains and long nights created a particularly rough mythology, with profound contrasts and unforgettable heroes: Odin, Thor and Loki are just some of the familiar characters that maintain an influence over us today through movies, TV series and comics, to great fiction and epic poetry. This fabulous new book offers all the main tales with an introduction to the characters and the land that inspired them. FLAME TREE 451: From mystery to crime, supernatural to horror and myth, fantasy and science fiction, Flame Tree 451 offers a healthy diet of werewolves and mechanical men, blood-lusty vampires, dastardly villains, mad scientists, secret worlds, lost civilizations and escapist fantasies. Discover a storehouse of tales gathered specifically for the reader of the fantastic.

Norse Mythology...According to Uncle Einar

Author : Janet T. Sibley
Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
ISBN 13 : 1462832938
Total Pages : 218 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (628 download)

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Download or read book Norse Mythology...According to Uncle Einar written by Janet T. Sibley and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2000-12-07 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Norse Mythology...According to Uncle Einar is actually a childrens book for grown-ups with plenty of illustrations. Its a humorous re-telling of 17 of your favorite tales, starting with How Asgard was Built and how Odin Got a Horse and winding up with The War to End All.