Viking Tales by Jennie Hall: A collection of myths and legends from Norse mythology, these tales feature gods, heroes, and monsters in epic battles and adventures. From the creation of the world to the final battle of Ragnarok, these stories provide insight into the culture and beliefs of the Viking people. Key Aspects of the Book "Viking Tales": Norse Mythology: Hall's collection provides a comprehensive look at the gods, heroes, and legends of Norse mythology. Epic Adventure: These tales are full of battles, quests, and other exciting adventures that will captivate readers of all ages. Cultural Significance: Norse mythology played an important role in Viking culture, and these stories offer a window into the beliefs and values of this fascinating civilization. Jennie Hall was an American author and historian known for her works on Norse mythology and history. Born in Minnesota in 1875, she traveled extensively in Europe and studied medieval and Scandinavian history. Her books on Viking culture and mythology, including Viking Tales, have become beloved classics of children's literature.

Tales and legends retold from the sagas.

Features five short stories about the Vikings and their myths. In this collection, you will find out why it is very difficult to trap a giant wolf; who stole Thor's hammer; who can play tricks even better than Loki, and more.

Valhalla and its pantheon of gods and heroes have always fascinated readers, whether it is how these tales illuminate the Viking world or influence cultural touchstones like J. R. R. Tolkien, whose Middle Earth is heavily indebted to Germanic and Norse mythology, as well as Hollywood and comics culture.In Tales of Valhalla, the Whittocks have dramatically retold these rich stories and set them in context within the wider Viking world. Including both myths—stories, usually religious, which explain origins, why things are as they are, the nature of the spiritual—and legends—stories which attempt to explain historical events and may involve historical characters but are told in a non-historical way and often include supernatural events—Tales of Valhalla is an accessible and lively volume that brings these hallmarks of world literature to a new generation.

Written in consultation with leading academics.

A hilarious story about what happens to the littlest and loudest Viking when an even littler and louder Viking arrives, perfect for fans of The Princess and the Pony and I Don't Want to Be a Frog. Sven might be the littlest Viking, but he has no trouble making himself known. He has the loudest warrior cry and the fiercest set of teeth. He loves to pillage and plunder. But there's a new kid in town--a warrior princess, who is smaller than Sven and even louder. What's a little Viking to do? "Penfold folds in fun ancient analogues to tried-and-true methods of appeasing cranky little ones, and Roxas's liberal use of a color perhaps best described as neon snot brings a punk edge to her scenes of Viking family life. Irreverent yet tender."--Publishers Weekly, Starred review "A warm tale of family togetherness."--Kirkus "A spirited tale about stopping a tantrum with a story, perfect for storytime or one-on-one sharing."--SLJ

This is the story of a new country-of the days when Captain Arthur Phillip was made first Governor of New South Wales and began to build the town of Sydney, It is a sequel to 'John of the Sirius', wherein John traveled with his family to Botany Bay. John plays his part in founding the new colony: he explores the backwoods with Governor Phillip to find fresh water, and helps to build a home for Mamma and Papa and a 'cubby' for his sister Sue. He and Sue, too, help Mamma to sow seeds in the garden so that later they shall have fresh fruit and vegetables. He catches a baby 'hopping animal', makes friends with the First Australians, and finds again his friend with the cheeky grin. Many of the incidents in this story really did happen-the others might well have happened to a boy like John.