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The Children of Odin - The Book of Northern Myths |  | Author: Padraic Colum
Publisher: LeClue 22 [Kindle]
Category: eBooks
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Rating:  9 reviews
Sales Rank: 7895
Format: Kindle Book
Media: Kindle Edition
ASIN: B001AUT4QK
Publication Date: June 7, 2008
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Master storyteller Padraic Colum's rich, musical voice captures all the magic and majesty of the Norse sagas in his retellings of the adventures of the gods and goddesses who lived in the Northern paradise of Asgard before the dawn of history.
Here are the matchless tales of All-Father Odin, who crosses the Rainbow Bridge to walk among men in Midgard and sacrifices his right eye to drink from the Well of Wisdom; of Thor, whose mighty hammer defends Asgard; of Loki, whose mischievous cunning leads him to treachery against the gods; of giants, ragons, dwarfs and Valkyries; and of the terrible last battle that destroyed their world.
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 Excellent intro for kids! May 18, 2008
Arn Olson (sarasota, FL)
When I was a kid, my dad read me the most fantastic stories of the gods of the norse. I have continued to learn what I can ever since, but until now had not found a good introduction for my own children. My 7 and 13 year old girls beg for more every night, and I wonder what I am to do when I finally finish. My 16 year old son, of course, won't let me read to him :( , but he can read it on his own.
It is, of course lacking in some of the more adult aspects of the myths, but I find it doesn't take anything away from them rather it keeps it just a little simpler to grasp.
All in all, it's a great starting point!
 Buyer Beware !!!!!! January 20, 2008
einar (Grand Rapids, MI)
32 out of 34 found this review helpful
Buyer beware ! This Alladin Publication is the same as the Dover Publication Nordic Gods and Heroes. However, it is lacking much of the original artwork, especially that which introduces each of the four parts.
The first 3 parts are Norse mythology and the 4th is the Teutonic Ring of the Nibelungs. This book was written for children and young adults and gives only a bare bones telling of the myths. Be prepared for some archaic language : "dost", "spake", "knowst", etc.
Why Amazon chooses to sell these two books as a pair is beyond me as they are essentially identical. I recommend the Dover edition because of the extra artwork.
 Good intro to Norse "myths" for young people! April 10, 2007
Cwn_Annwn (Copenhagen, Denmark)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Simplified watered down versions of stories from the Eddas. This book seems to be aimed at a late elementary or jr. high school age reader. For that target audience this is a great introduction and would probably be the best thing you could buy if you were trying to picque a young persons interest in the Norse "Myths". If your an adult there are several other books on this subject that I would recomend over this one though.
How to leave a lasting legacy to your grandchildren January 29, 2007
Marshal Berthier
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Buy and read a copy to you grandchildren; They will remember the experience forever. I actually reference back to this book when I do studies on philosophy and religion. There is much more here than meets the eye, and the stories have survived for millenia.
Odin's BEST May 5, 2004
GixxxerKim (Long Island, NY USA)
26 out of 26 found this review helpful
You will find not only Norse myths in this book, but Teutonic tales as well. The drawings are incredible, as in all children's books. Adults will not be disappointed with this one, and children will be pleased to hear the exciting stories within. A MUST have for Norse mythology book collectors. An oldie but GOODIE! Classic and captivating. What else can I say? . . . I'm buying another one incase I lose my present copy-THAT IS HOW GOOD IT IS! I also reccomend My Viking Book by Ruth Harshaw. Hard to find and quite old, but it is THE best children's book EVER! Don't miss either of them.
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