![]() ![]() With the caveat in mind to deliver this to readers mature enough for such content, this is a beautiful and lyrical book that will be enjoyed by many older children and teens. However, be aware that some of these stories end as many myths do, with violence. At a short 96 pages (many of which are full of gorgeous illustrations), this will be a quick read for an older child or teen. Readers do not need any previous knowledge of Norse mythology to enjoy this book. Across the rainbow bridge: stories of Norse gods and humans Also in This Series. The final story explores how the gift of lyrical poetry gets passed down through generations. This astonishing new collection of Norse tales from the award-winning Kevin Crossley-Holland - with Jeffrey. ![]() Enter an ancient world of green glades and glaciers, where gods and goddesses spread their magic whilst rock-giants and mountain-trolls roam. The fourth tells of a surprisingly tricky god out for a fun jaunt over the rainbow bridge. The extraordinary companion title to the critically-acclaimed Norse Myths: Tales of Odin, Thor and Loki, from a Carnegie Medal-winning author. In the third, readers learn about creating beauty from little through hard work. The second follows a man who seeks information only belonging to a ghost. The first tale centers three gods trying to outsmart a troll. Readers are introduced to Middle Earth and the Norse gods in the foreword, followed by the stories of these gods and humans. ![]() Gr 5 Up–Crossley-Holland delivers a new title consisting of five short stories based on Norse mythology. ![]()
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