The Norse Myths: A Guide to the Gods and Heroes

by Carolyne Larrington

Book Overview

The Norse Myths presents the infamous Viking gods, from the mighty Asyr, led by ??inn, and the mysterious Vanir, to Thor and the mythological cosmos they inhabit. Passages translated from Old Norse bring this legendary world to life, from the myths of creation to ragnar?k, the prophesied end of the world at the hands of Loki's army of monsters and giants, and everything that comes in between: the long and problematic relationship between the gods...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0500251967
• ISBN13: 9780500251966
• Release Date: February 2017
• Publisher: Thames & Hudson
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 5.0" x 7.8"