In this exciting volume the stormy mythologies of the Nordic world are brought to live. With 160 colour images and superb fine-art paintings of the classic stories, this detail encyclopaedia of the myths and legends of Nordic peoples provide the perfect introduction for students, school libraries, and the general reader who loves stirring tales of valour and the battle of good and evil.
Arthur Cotterell, a world expert on mythology, describes the mythical figures and their exploits with wit and authority, and retells the ancient legends in a way that allows the myths to stand first and foremost as spellbinding tales, as well as being intriguing accounts of past ages.
