The Heroes of Asgard: Tales from Scandinavian Mythology by Annie Keary and E. Keary is a captivating collection of mythical tales from ancient Scandinavian lore. Through enchanting storytelling, Annie Keary and E. Keary bring to life the legendary figures of Norse mythology, such as Thor, Odin, and Loki. These tales of gods, heroes, and epic adventures offer readers a window into the rich tapestry of Norse culture and belief. The Heroes of Asgard: Tales from Scandinavian Mythology is a treasure trove of fascinating stories that have captured the imagination of generations. Whether you are a lover of mythology or curious about ancient cultures, this book promises to transport you to a realm of heroic deeds and divine beings.

Masterful retelling of the Norse myths with vivid pictures of the heroes, including Thor with his hammer, Iduna with her apples, and Loki with his tricks and schemings. Inhabiting a harsh world where character is revealed in action, some draw admiration for their feats of superhuman strength, overcoming apparently insurmountable challenges, while others stoop to deceitful action with disastrous results. A study in contrasts, not without humor, giving the reader lots to ponder.

The Asgardian warrior continues his big-screen adventures in Thor: The Dark World as he battles to save Earth and all Nine Realms from a shadowy enemy that predates the universe itself. In the aftermath of Marvel’s Thor and Marvel’s The Avengers, Thor fights to restore order across the cosmos...but an ancient race led by the vengeful Malekith returns to plunge the universe back into darkness. Faced with an enemy that even Odin and Asgard cannot withstand, the God of Thunder must embark on his most perilous and personal journey yet, one that will reunite him with Jane Foster and force him to sacrifice everything to save us all. HEROES OF ASGARD: When the realms are threatened by dark elves and monsters, they call on the heroes of Asgard to protect them! Join Thor, The Warriors Three and Lady Sif as they restore order across the cosmos! A fully illustrated 32-page leveled reader (Level 2) retelling a key scene from Marvel Studios' upcoming film, Thor: The Dark World, which releases in theatres on November 8, 2013.

FASCINATING BACKGROUND FACTS, STORIES AND MYTHOLOGICAL INFORMATION FOR THE MAGNUS CHASE AND THE GODS OF ASGARD SERIES Long ago in the legendary land of Asgard, battles raged throughout the Heavens and Earth between powerful gods, Viking heroes and deadly monsters. These timeless tales of bravery, deceit and love come alive in this all-new illustrated guide. As enthralling today as when first told around arctic campfires, these ancient myths are the inspiration for Rick Riordan’s captivating new Magnus Chase books. An ideal source of Norse mythology for anyone reading his novels, this handy companion includes information on: •Odin: King of the gods •Asgard: Realm of the gods •Fenrir: A blood-thirsty giant wolf •Loki: The trickster god •Fafnir: A treasure-hoarding dragon •Valhalla: Heaven’s golden hall •Freyja: Goddess of love •Ragnarok: Battle of the doomed gods IMPORTANT NOTE TO READERS: This book is an independent and unauthorized fan publication. No endorsement or sponsorship by or affiliation with Rick Riordan, his publishers, or other copyright and trademark holders is claimed or suggested. All references in this book to copyrighted or trademarked characters and other elements of books by Rick Riordan are for the purpose of commentary, criticism, analysis, and literary discussion only.

29 tales spotlight a pantheon of immortal figures: Odin, chief of all the gods; Loki, deity of mischief; Gerda, the beautiful goddess of light; others. 15 black-and-white illustrations, 3 in color.