Norse Mythology A to Z, Third Edition examines the characters, objects, and places whose stories make up the folklore of the Norse people, who lived in the region known today as Scandinavia. Passed down through the generations by word of mouth and finally written down in the 13th century and later, these myths include tales of gods and goddesses; heroes, giants, and dwarfs; and serpents and dragons that inhabit enchanted realms. This colorful volume brings to life many of these Nordic myths. Entries of this title include: the most famous gods and goddesses, such as Odin, Thor, and Freya; plants and animals important to Norse mythology, such as the oak tree and the eagle; stories and poems, such as ""Treasures of the Dwarfs"" and the ""Poetic Edda""; and, much more.

 

This book is part of a book series called Mythology a To Z .

There are 144 pages in this book. This is a reference book. This book was published 2009 by Chelsea House Publishers .

Kathleen N. Daly is a freelance writer and consulting editor who has written more than 100 books for young readers. She holds an M. A. from the University of Glasgow, Scotland. Marian Rengel holds an M. A. from St. Cloud State University and has written several books for young readers.