Viking Myths

Ride along with Rollo, the raider who spent decades laying waste to France and whose descendants eventually would rule over much of Europe. Rule with Olga of Kyiv, the most letha saint in history. Learn the incredible stories behind Erik the Red’s and Leif Erikson’s adventures in the New World. And hold on tight for the unbelievable adventures of Harald Hardrada, whose exploits are like a Viking’s greatest hits.

Searching for her roots, American CEO Holly visits Scotland. An ancient ash isn't the kind of family tree she had in mind. But when she touches a golden spindle carved into its rough bark, she is sucked through time to the ninth century—and captured in a Viking raid. Warrior Einar Birgirsson rescues the beautiful stranger. But to claim his place as jarl, he must rid the Orkney Islands of outlaws and take a wife within two moons. He will set her free—if she agrees to marry him.

In Viking times, Norse myths predicted the end of the world, an event called Ragnarök that only the gods can stop. When this apocalypse happens, the gods must battle the monsters - wolves the size of the sun, serpents that span the seabeds - all bent on destroying the world. But the gods died a...

Award-winning travel writer Nicholas Jubber journeys across Europe exploring Europe's epic poems, from the Odyssey to Beowulf, the Song of Roland to the Nibelungenlied, and their impact on European identity in these turbulent times. These are the stories that made Europe. Journeying from Turkey to Iceland, award-winning travel writer Nicholas Jubber takes us on a fascinating adventure through our continent's most enduring epic poems to learn how they were shaped by their times and how they have since shaped us.

Life is progressing normally for sixteen-year-old Dan Renfrew when he accidentally transports himself to England in the year 1066. He soon realizes that he’s trapped there, and that’s not his only astonishing discovery. Dan learns that he’s descended from a long line of time jumpers—secret heroes who travel to the past and resolve glitches in the time stream that threaten to alter subsequent history. The only way Dan can return home is to set history back on its proper course in the Anglo-Saxon age. This is no easy task.

Journey through the violent cosmos of Norse mythology to see how ancient gods and giants shaped the Viking Age. Perfect for an immersive commute, this fast-paced historical guide bypasses dense jargon to deliver vivid storytelling. Stand under harsh northern skies alongside legendary raiders to...

Enter a sweeping mythology saga where fated gods and ancient monsters battle for survival in a doomed universe. Perfect for an atmospheric evening commute or winding down before sleep, this epic narrative transforms legendary folklore into a cinematic, fireside listening experience. Immerse...

Gunnar is the son of a Viking chieftain, living peacefully with his mother, father, and their people - until they are raided by Skuli and his Wolf Men, who raze his home to the ground and take his father’s life. Gunnar swears to avenge his father’s death and save his mother from Skuli - but first he must run to save himself facing murderous raiders, hand to hand battles, mythical flying wolves, and a relentless sea journey to the Land of Fire and Ice... Unknown to Gunnar, his life has been foretold, and he finds he has a destiny greater than his own story.

Paying attention to every detail, Amy Hughes collected many stories, myths, legends, and tales of the pagan Scandinavian rituals, gods, and heroes. Narrated in such a descriptive way, the stories will transfer you to a time long gone, and you’ll feel as if you’re been a witness to the Viking’s incredible history! But this book does not only present the mythological, abstract world of Scandinavian beliefs and religion.

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Plunge into an epic mythology saga where doomed gods and fierce giants battle for the fate of the Nine Worlds. Whether you are escaping reality on a long commute or settling in for an immersive evening, this cinematic retelling transports you to a realm of magic, honor, and sacrifice. Feel the...

Viking Tales, 10 classic children's stories. Myths & Legends from the Land of Ice and Fire : The Sea Fight, Olaf's Fight With Havard, The Tooth Thrall, The Baby, Harald is King, Harald's Battle. "King Halfdan lived in Norway long ago. One morning his queen said to him: "I had a strange dream last night. I thought that I stood in the grass before my bower. I pulled a thorn from my dress. As I held it in my fingers, it grew into a tall tree. The trunk was thick and red as blood, but the lower limbs were fair and green, and the highest ones were white.

What if your parents wanted you to behave badly? Set in the snowy fjords of a Viking kingdom, the terrible twins, Hack and Whack, are proud to be the best worst Vikings. Nothing stops the marauding pair as they steal boats, loot a birthday party, track a troll and sail off to raid Bad Island with their friends Twisty Pants and Dirty Ulf. Well, almost nothing.

Bloomsbury Presents Valley of the Vikings by Liz Kessler, read by Karise Yansen. A rip-roaring adventure story of magic, myth and mermaids, featuring Liz Kessler's popular character Emily Windsnap. Neptune and Thor battle for power and their fight upsets the balance of the world. Lightning...

Vulgar knows it's his time to shine. Will he perform his armpit 'music' or juggle some elk poo? No! He will act out a Viking legend, with fighting and dragons and giants and all that stuff. And he will win! Won't he?

Hack and Whack babysit a toddler – Fire Hazard – and discover to their horror that they might not be the worst Vikings in the village after all. Then they manage to secure an exciting invite to feast with the visiting king, but discover that it's three days of having to be on their best behaviour...until the new teenage king turns out to be a lout – food fights ensue, and he loves them. Unfortunately, that's when the snotty, privileged, wealthy winter guests turn up – distant cousins who can't be turned away. Can Hack and Whack find a way to get rid of them?

It's not easy being the WORST at everything! Hack and Whack are the very worst Vikings in the village—until a fierce and stinky berserker moves in next door! Will the brand-new school help the twins outwit this villain and his vicious dog, Muddy Butt? And will Twisty Pants, Dirty Ulf and Elsa Gold-Hair help vanquish this foul fiend?

Loki the Viking trickster god has checked into the hotel and he's ready to have some fun - at the other gods' expense! Epically hilarious, this series is perfect for fans of Pamela Butchart and David Solomons. The Hotel of the Gods has a new guest! Loki, the Viking trickster god, has come to...

Mysterious names and fascinating tales from Norse mythology continue to captivate adults to this day – and even more so fire up the vivid imagination of children. This book presents the most important, exciting and beautiful stories from Germanic mythology, introduces the basics of creation, the divine world, mythical peoples and great heroic deeds, and also offers a glimpse into real Viking life.

Yggdrasil, Odin ou la légendaire demeure des dieux, le Valhalla : des noms mystérieux et des récits fascinants issus de la mythologie nordique qui enchantent encore les adultes aujourd'hui – et éveillent d'autant plus l'imagination débordante des enfants. Ce livre raconte les histoires les plus importantes, passionnantes et magnifiques de la mythologie germanique, explique les bases de la création, du panthéon, des peuples mythiques et des hauts faits héroïques, et offre un aperçu de la vie réelle des Vikings.