Norse Mythology

Norton, USA, 2017. First Edition. Hardcover. Fine/Near Fine. Hardcover. 293 pages. *** PUBLISHING DETAILS: Norton, USA, 2017. First Edition. *** CONDITION: The book itself is in fine condition and comes in near fine dust jacket. More specifically: Boards have no wear, rubbing or soiling. Edges of dust jacket have light bumping. . Pages are clean and unmarked and in excellent condition. *** ABOUT THIS BOOK: Neil Gaiman has long been inspired by ancient mythology in creating the fantastical realms of his fiction. Now he turns his attention back to the source, presenting a bravura rendition of the great northern tales. In Norse Mythology, Gaiman stays true to the myths in envisioning the major Norse pantheon: Odin, the highest of the high, wise, daring, and cunning; Thor, Odins son, incredibly strong yet not the wisest of gods; and Lokison of a giantblood brother to Odin and a trickster and unsurpassable manipulator. Gaiman fashions these primeval stories into a novelistic arc that begins with the genesis of the legendary nine worlds and delves into the exploits of deities, dwarfs, and giants. Once, when Thors hammer is stolen, Thor must disguise himself as a womandifficult with his beard and huge appetiteto steal it back. More poignant is the tale in which the blood of Kvasirthe most sagacious of godsis turned into a mead that infuses drinkers with poetry. The work culminates in Ragnarok, the twilight of the gods and rebirth of a new time and people. *** Quantity Available: 1. Category: Myths, Legends & Folklore; ISBN/EAN: 9780393609097. Inventory No: 24020103.. 9780393609097