Ad�ntrate en el emocionante mundo de la mitolog�a n�rdica y conoce apasionantes historias de dioses, h�roes y criaturas extraordinarias.
Sab�as que Thor, el dios del trueno, una vez se disfraz� de novia para vengarse de un gigante y recuperar su poderoso martillo? Quieres conocer a Loki, quien cort� a Sif, la diosa de la fertilidad, su larga y dorada melena?
Esta fant�stica recopilaci�n de mitos para ni�os te trae historias de dioses, diosas, gigantes, monstruos y otros personajes pintorescos de la mitolog�a n�rdica, contadas con lenguaje f�cil y con la misma emoci�n e intriga de los cuentos originales.
- El regalo perfecto para ni�os de 7 a 9 a�os con inter�s por la mitolog�a n�rdica y universal.
- Incluye los mitos que inspiraron los c�mics de Marvel y novelas tan populares como El se�or de los anillos de Tolkien.
- Con un mapa de las tierras n�rdicas, informaci�n clave sobre la cosmolog�a n�rdica y datos curiosos sobre personajes n�rdicos.
- Ilustrado por artista Katie Ponder.
Un precioso libro de mitolog�a para ni�os que despertar� la curiosidad de los m�s peque�os y har� las delicias de toda la familia.
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Exciting stories, extraordinary creatures, and compelling gods, goddesses, and heroes come together in this compendium of
Norse Myths - first told long ago by the Vikings.
Read about Thor, the god of thunder, and how he once disguised himself as a bride to seek revenge on a giant and retrieve his powerful hammer -Mj�lnir, and how Sif, the goddess of fertility, had her long golden hair cut off by Loki, the trickster god. Each myth is told with thrilling immediacy in language that is easy for children to understand while retaining the original tales' awe, majesty, and intrigue. Illustrations by multi-award-winning artist Katie Ponder breathe new life into each story.
Inside this stunning illustrated storybook for kids, you'll discover: - Compelling profiles of a wide variety of characters in Norse legends, complete with a reference section that sets the stories in context
- 20 enthralling myths - some well-known, some less well-known - from Odin to Baldur
- More than a collection of myths - also includes a map of the Norse lands and a pronunciation guide
- Original and stylized illustrations by award-winning artist Katie Ponder on every page - a perfect gift book for kids interested in art, myths, or history
A beautiful mythology book for children that will awaken curiosity and delight the whole family.
Matt Ralphs (Author)
Matt Ralphs writes children's non-fiction and middle grade novels, with a focus on history, myths and folklore. He worked as an editor for many years and has helped to create any type of book you may care to imagine.
Katie Ponder (Illustrator) Katie Ponder graduated from Falmouth University in 2014 with a 1st class BA with honours in illustration. She enjoys bringing in textures from different media into her work. Katie's titles include Greek Myths, also for DK, publishing in July 2020. Katie's work can be seen at her Instagram @katieponderillustration and on her website: https: //www.katieponderillustration.com/
