Tales of the Norse Gods

barbara leonie picard rosamund fowler

A classic collection of stories by one of the best-known and most esteemed retellers of the last fifty years. Enter a world of cunning, trickery, and revenge. Encounter bold warriors, courageous women, strength in battle and bravery against the odds. These are the stories of the Viking gods.
Drama and action abound as legendary heroes struggle against mighty giants, loathsome beasts, and sinister dwarves--even as they fight amongst themselves. (reissue of ISBN 0-19-274167-5)

Genres mythologyhistorynonfictionchildrens

160 pages, Paperback

First published April 1,1980

This edition

Format: 160 pages, Paperback
Published: March 22, 2001 by Oxford University Press
ISBN: 9780192751164
ASIN: 0192751166
Language: English

About the author

barbara leonie picard

Barbara Leonie Picard's first book was published in 1949, and was followed by over twenty more, all of which received praise for the mature and thought-provoking fare they offered young readers. She is well-known for her re-tellings of Homer, Gilgamesh, and ancient myths for young readers.