Synopsis

From the creation of the world to the vision of the Last Great Battle, the Norse myths and legends are full of adventure, magic and heroic deeds. The tales of Odin's wanderings, the mighty Thor's hammer, the death of Baldur, Freya the Bride and many more are woven into one continuous story, bringing to life the harsh but exciting realms of the Norse Gods and Giants.

About the Author

Roger Lancelyn Green was born in 1918 and lived in Oxford and at his family home in Cheshire, which the Greens had owned for more than 900 years. He loved storytelling and was fascinated by traditional fairy tales, myths and legends from around the world. He was a professional actor, a librarian and a teacher. His retellings include Egyptian, Greek and Norse legends, plus a retelling of Robin Hood. He also wrote many books for adults, including a biography of his friend C. S. Lewis, creator of the The Chronicles of Narnia. Roger Lancelyn Green died in 1987.