With fiery, lyrical prose and shadowy, sinewy illustrations, this is a wintry marvel of doom, hope, cruelty and imagination. Kevin crossley hollands and jeffrey alan loves rendition of norse myths is the best of many recent versions for children aged nine and above. The stories are translated from the original source, the icelandic eddas, which were compiled in the century from much older written and orally transmitted material. The stories are very good renderings of the myths, but they arent very vivid and the characters are a little stiff for a retelling. Like lancelyn greens, his version is collected into a series of roughly sequential stories, beginning with the creation of the world and ending with the hope of rebirth after. Thirtytwo scandinavian myths tell stories of gods, giants, dwarfs, and monsters involved in the creation, development, and ultimate destruction of nine mortal and divine worlds. Artist and illustrator jeffrey alan love has contributed marvellously to this hardcover edition, which uses the interplay of words and images to reinforce the epic. The author, carolyne larrington, is an academic who has written several popular books. These myths provide explanations for the ways of the ancient world and give the reader insight into the beliefs of the nordic pagans. The norse myths the pantheon fairy tale and folklore library. The norse myths are as thrilling to read as they are of vast cultural and historical importance. May 08, 2015 stories of norse gods and heroes by annie klingensmith consists of 20 chapters, each a story from norse mythology. Longrecognized master of norse mythology kevin crossleyholland pairs with awardwinning artist jeffrey alan love for an exceptional look at the viking gods. But his introductory material and thorough endnotes show him to be a formidable historian and cultural anthropologist as well, steeped in this era and its literature.
The gods of the vikings come to life as never before in this extraordinary illustrated anthology by carnegie medalwinning author kevin crossley holland and artist jeffrey alan love. Kevin crossleyhollands retelling of 32 norse myths, beginning with the worlds creation and ending with ragnarok, along with notes on which source was used for which retelling. Stories by significant childrens authors storm by kevin crossleyholland. Mar 02, 2004 the norse myths kevin crossley holland. In this gripping book kevin crossley holland brings alive the passion, cruelty and heroism of these unforgettable stories.
Im a known collector of fancy editions of timeless tales, and a sucker for all things mythological, so i was very excited to pick up kevin crossleyhollands illustrated norse myths. Included are tales of odin, the wisest and most fearsome of all the gods. The norse myths the pantheon fairy tale and folklore library 8601417032572. The heart of the book consists of 32 myths, arranged in basically a chronological order beginning with the creation of the world ymir, and ending with ragnarok. The norse myths by kevin crossleyholland librarything. This provides a huge variety in a relatively short format and an affordable. The penguin book of norse myths by kevin crossleyholland.
As the title suggests, this book is intended as an introduction to norse myths, aimed at readers with little or no knowledge of the subject. He and his minnesotaborn wife live in norfolk, england. Here are thirtytwo classic myths that bring the viking world vivi. Beowulf kevin crossleyholland oxford university press. The norse myths by kevin crossleyholland, 9780394748467, available at book. His best known work is probably the arthur trilogy 20002003, for which he won the guardian prize and other recognition crossleyholland and his 1985 novella storm won the annual carnegie medal from the library association, recognising the years outstanding childrens book by.
The norse myths by kevin crossleyholland pdf free download. Magpies, july, 1991, kevin crossleyholland, the flying word, the word of life. The norse myths by kevin crossleyholland, paperback barnes. One of britains greatest collectors and tellers of stories is kevin crossley holland and this winter the north norfolk author has brought together some of his favourite tales. The gods of the vikings come to life as never before in this extraordinary illustrated anthology by carnegie medalwinning author kevin crossleyholland and artist jeffrey alan love. Norse myths by crossleyholland, kevin and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Buy norse myths by kevin crossley holland 9781406361841 from boomerang books, australias online independent bookstore. In the norse myths, kevin crossleyholland gathers together thirtytwo myths important to the scandinavian culture. Sep 28, 2017 brute power seems to emanate from the pages of norse myths. Tales of odin, thor and loki walker studio amazon uk. Twenty tales of gods, giants, and dwarfs, of mighty feats and epic trickery. Kevin crossleyholland is the winner of the carnegie medal. In the norse myths, kevin crossley holland gathers together thirtytwo myths important to the scandinavian culture. Norse myths by crossley holland, kevin and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
The norse myths by kevin crossleyholland in doc, rtf, txt download ebook. Kevin crossley holland is a wellknown poet and prizewinning author for children. A collaboration by two talented creators provides the perfect means to delve into norse mythology and pore over the enthralling exploits of allpowerful odin. Buy varg by skandihooligan as a tshirt, classic tshirt, triblend tshirt. May 24, 2011 kevin crossley holland is a poetscholar. And alongside the old stories of fairies and changelings, foolish kings and wise peasants, rooted in our rural past, he smuggles in some more modern mysteries, saying. Buy the penguin book of norse myths by kevin crossleyholland. In this gripping book kevin crossleyholland brings alive the passion. The norse myths are one of the most significant collections of stories in human history and. The norse myths by kevin crossleyholland, paperback. Norse myths by kevin crossleyholland illustrated by jeffrey alan love an extraordinary and enthralling illustrated anthology of norse myths from a carnegiemedal winning author. Thirtytwo scandinavian myths tell stories of gods, giants, dwarfs, and monsters involved in the creation. The ultimate online guide to norse mythology and religion. In this most stylish and magical retelling of viking mythology, accomplished storyteller, kevin crossleyholland has provided.
An excellent introduction, notes, and a glossary provide mythological and historical backgrounds and suggest parallels with myths in other parts of the world. His books include waterslain angels, a detective story set in north norfolk in 1955, and moored man. Stories of norse gods and heroes by annie klingensmith consists of 20 chapters, each a story from norse mythology. Nov 12, 2015 the norse myths by kevin crossley holland in doc, rtf, txt download ebook.
Kevin crossleyholland is a fellow of the royal society of literature and an honorary fellow of st. The norse myths the pantheon fairy tale and folklore. The norse myths introduced and retold by keven crossley holland this is a softcover book. The book entitled the norse myths by kevin crossleyholland contains multiple series of myths throughout it. Norse myths by kevincrossleyholland, illustrated by jeffrey alan love. Norse myths by kevin crossleyholland, jeffrey alan love. A series of intertwined tales which together form a strange and fantastical world teeming with gods and goddesses, heroes and monsters, battles and couplings, the norse myths are as exciting to read as they. His most recent work includes thor and the master of magic 2009, a new viking saga the bracelet of bones 2011, scramasax 2012, stars of mine 20, and heartsong 2015. The norse myths by kevin crossleyholland fictiondb. Longrecognized master of norse mythology kevin crossleyholland pairs with awardwinning artist jeffrey alan love for an exceptional look. Learn about new offers and get more deals by joining our newsletter.
An extraordinary and enthralling illustrated anthology of norse myths from a carnegiemedal winning author. Jackie morris, illustrator of the lost words kevin crossley hollands and jeffrey alan loves rendition of norse myths is the best of many recent versions for children aged nine and above. His best known work is probably the arthur trilogy 20002003, for which he won the guardian prize and other recognition. Open library is an initiative of the internet archive, a 501c3 nonprofit, building a digital library of internet sites and other cultural artifacts in digital form. The norse myths introduced and retold by keven crossleyholland this is a softcover book. The author starts off with a 25page or so introduction to the myths, covering the norse world, cosmology, the pantheon of norse gods, the sources, and the general structure of the myths.
Gods of the vikings by kevin crossleyholland and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Buy norse myths by kevin crossleyholland 9781406361841 from boomerang books, australias online independent bookstore. Kevin john william crossleyholland born 7 february 1941 is an english translator, childrens author and poet. The norse myths kevin crossley holland pdf 34 download 85e802781a the. Kevin crossleyholland retells the norse myths in clear, attractive prose. Norse myths kevin crossleyholland 9780763695002 netgalley. Publication date 1980 topics mythology, norse publisher new york. Sep 28, 2017 longrecognized master of norse mythology kevin crossley holland pairs with awardwinning artist jeffrey alan love for an exceptional look at the viking gods. His king arthur trilogy has been translated into twentytwo languages and has sold more than a million copies. Kevin crossley holland s and jeffrey alan loves rendition of norse myths is the best of many recent versions for children aged nine and above. Kevin crossleyholland is a wellknown poet and prizewinning author for children. The mythologies of the germanicnordic people have always been interesting to me so it was fun to read through these tales and also see the connections between other cultures and. Crossleyholland is the author of the penguin book of norse myths for an adult audience, and he has very ably adapted his knowledge into thrilling tales for children and teens. The norse myths by kevin crossleyholland scholastic.
Sep 14, 2012 kevin crossleyholland has published several outstanding collections of myths, legends, and folktales, and is an awardwinning poet and author of childrens books. Set in the legendary scandinavian past, beowulf comes to the aid of the danish king hrothgar by killing the terrifying monster grendel and its vengeful mother. Many of the norse myths are fragmented or lost and kevin crossleyholland does a good job assembling their various pieces into a linear narrative that makes sense. The norse myths by kevin crossleyholland goodreads. Buy norse myths by kevin crossleyholland with free. A lifetime later, beowulf courageously prepares for another great battle. Many of the norse myths are fragmented or lost and kevin crossley holland does a good job assembling their various pieces into a linear narrative that makes sense. Norse myths kevin crossleyholland bok 9781406361841. Very short stories by kevin crossleyholland paperback 4. All content included on our site, such as text, images, digital downloads and other, is the property of its content suppliers and protected by us and international laws. Penguin book of norse myths gods of the vikings by. Kevin crossley holland official site kevin crossley holland author, translator, and his retellings of traditional tale include the penguin book of norse myths and british folk tales pdf quantum computation and quantum information.
Here are thirtytwo classic myths that bring the prechristian scandinavian world vividly to life. Crossley holland norse myths norse mythology for smart people. Brute power seems to emanate from the pages of norse myths. Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app. Oct 23, 2017 crossley holland is the author of the penguin book of norse myths for an adult audience, and he has very ably adapted his knowledge into thrilling tales for children and teens. Veteran storysmith crossley holland has presented versions of these extracts from the prose edda before, but here he recasts them into stately retellings that get extra measures of menace and gloom from the heavy shadows and big, indistinct figures that love places on nearly every doublecolumned spread. Norse myths by kevin crossleyholland boomerang books.
Published in penguin books as the norse myths 1982. Choose an author who has written a wide selection of books, including short. Norse myth by kevin crossleyholland and jeffrey alan. The scandinavian myths form a linked chain of stories, creating a mighty, fantastical world teeming with gods and goddesses, mastersmiths and magicians. Asgard home of the aesir, midgard home of humans, alfheim home of the elves, vanaheim home of the vanir. Kevin crossleyholland has published several outstanding collections of myths, legends, and folktales, and is an awardwinning poet and author of childrens books. Apr 25, 2019 jackie morris, illustrator of the lost words kevin crossley holland s and jeffrey alan loves rendition of norse myths is the best of many recent versions for children aged nine and above. These dramatic, enthralling and atmospheric tales are based on the scandinavian myth cycle one of the.
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