Author : Padraig Colum Year of publication: 2010 Format: Paperback Signature: No First edition :No Condition: New Category: Other Cost of book: £5.99 Price negotiable: No
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This is a reprint of the popular 1920 publication "The Children of Odin". It has
been especially republished to raise funds for charities.Pages 338ISBN 978-1-907256-42-4
A long, long time ago,
before the dawn of time, somewhere to the North, lay the realm of Asgard. Therein dwelt the Norse gods and goddesses of
old who were wise, beautiful and kind. They lived in peace and harmony,
untouched by evil and iniquity - until the day the Giants from Jotunheim cast
envious eyes upon them and their kingdom....
This volume is an
excellent retelling of the Norse sagas about Odin, Freya, Thor, Loki, and other
gods and goddesses, whom the Vikings believed lived in Asgard, back in the
murky clouds of pre-history. It is quite literally a version of northern
mythology retold for children which has enthralled the young, and the young at
heart, for countless generations. Enthralling because, while Greek and Roman
mythology is interesting, Norse legend seems to have a special place in the
Western European psyche, probably because so many Europeans have a Viking
ancestor somewhere in their lineage.
These stories are filled
with the rich narrative of the storyteller, the flashing of colour, beauty and
truth against the foreboding, lurking dark of the underworld. They are brought
to life with excellent illustrations by the renowned artist Willy Pogany (1882
– 1955). In addition, many of today’s online Viking games use this volume as a
point of reference.
Padraic Colum (1881 -
1972) was an Irish poet, novelist, dramatist, biographer and collector of
folklore. He was one of the leading figures of the Celtic Revival. In his
retelling of these Norse myths and legends he speaks directly to children.
33% of the net from the
sale of this book will be donated to charity. Trade enquiries welcome. The book
can also be purchased via reputable Wholesalers and Retailers
and via the Abela website at www.AbelaPublishing.com/catalogue.html
