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62) The Valkyrie
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From SUNDAY TIMES bestselling author Kate Heartfield comes a glorious, lyrical retelling of one of Norse mythology's greatest epics Brynhild is a Valkyrie: shieldmaiden of the Allfather, chooser of the slain. But now she too has fallen, flightless in her exile. Gudrun is a princess of Burgundy, a daughter of the Rhine, a prize for an invading king – a king whose brother Attila has other plans, and a dragon to call upon. And in the songs to be sung,...
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In the second part of Margaret Armour's translation of Richard Wagner's best-known work "The Ring of the Nibelung," the last two opera's in the cycle, "Siegfried" and "The Twilight of the Gods," are reproduced here with color plates by Arthur Rackham. "Siegfried," the third of the four operas, is primarily inspired by the story of the legendary hero Sigurd in Norse mythology. A man without fear, he attempts to learn it. This narrative is followed...
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Freya and Iduna are powerful goddesses in Norse mythology. Freya (sometimes referred to as Frigg) is the wife of Odin, the king of Asgard, and traditionally known as the originator of the magic of the gods, with powers over the desires, health, and prosperity of others. Iduna was a Norse goddess of eternal youthfulness whose golden apples kept the gods of Asgard forever young. This story is not a part of Norse mythology, yet it uses the symbolism...
65) The red sun
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Legends of Orkney volume 1
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"Sam Baron is about to get the shock of his life. First his substitute English teacher claims to have turned his old teacher into a lizard; then a strange dwarf named Rego arrives and claims Sam is from a magical realm called Orkney. When his friends are taken prisoner, it's up to Sam to save them. Sam embarks on a journey to Orkney through a stonefire to find his friends, but when he arrives, he discovers that an ancient curse has turned the sun...
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Funny, exhilarating and a little bit scary; a bewitching blend of Norse mythology and urban fantasy.
Since moving to Australia with their father, Angus Jack and his sister, Martha, have moved house constantly. They end up living next door to a peculiar old lady called Reafen, who is a second-hand dealer. To Angus and Martha, Reafen seems harmless enough. But who is she really and where did she get all the weird stuff in her shop?
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67) Sessrúmnir
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What would YOU do to protect your children? In Norse mythology, Sessrúmnir is the goddess Freyja's hall where her chosen ones live in their afterlife. For the residents of Lewis, it is no different. Six years after the end of Caim, life in the sustainable community has settled into a sense of routine. But when children are attacked by an unknown enemy, Cam and Freyja must reunite to save their family and protect their children. The couple is forced...
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Snorri Sturluson was one of the great writers of medieval Europe. Through years of hard work and dedication, he had gained a deep understanding of Icelandic tradition. The Younger Edda tells us the story of the Norse pantheon of Gods and Goddesses and the creation story of the world according to the Norse belief system. This book is divided in three parts: The fooling of Gylfe, a narrative of Norse mythology (Odin, Thor, Balder... ), the Brage's Talk...
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First passed down orally through innumerable generations of minstrels before the presence of Christianity in Scandinavia, and written down eventually by unknown poets, "The Poetic Edda" is a collection of mythological and heroic Old Norse poems. It was preserved for hundreds of years in the medieval Codex Regius of Iceland. This body of poetry contains narratives on creation, the Doom of the Gods, the adventures of Thor and hostile giants, and many...
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Jon Bragg: Blue Essence is a Norse Mythology Fantasy that is perfect for fans of Norse gods. If you like the Magnus Chase series and movies like Mortal, then you will love Jon Bragg: Blue Essence.Jon Bragg enjoys a quiet life in the small town of Grinwell, Iowa. He has loving parents, a typical, bratty little sister, and a best friend named Marc Miller, who is so fascinated by Norse mythology that everyone at school calls him Thor; mostly to tease...
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Dive into the captivating world of Norse mythology with this enchanting collection of tales. From epic battles to timeless sagas of love and betrayal, these stories offer a glimpse into a realm where gods and mortals collide. Perfect for those seeking adventure and timeless wisdom, this book promises to transport readers to a world of magic and wonder.
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Odin, father of the Viking gods, shares his favorite tales of his son, Thor! With his mighty hammer Mjolnir firmly in hand, Thor sets out to show the warlike Giants why he should be feared. But Thor finds his battles with the Giants to be anything but easy. Known for his strength, bullheadedness, and temper, Thor find himself under the thumb of many a giant before his adventures are over. Outnumbered and outsized, Thor is forced to use his brains...
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In Norse mythology, giants, tricksters, and hammer-wielding gods reign supreme. The exciting stories of Odin, Thor, and Loki served as the foundation for a religious system that is fascinating and largely unfamiliar to most. This book recounts the stories the Vikings and northern Germanic peoples told and explores how these tales have been passed on for generations to appear in popular culture today.
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Unlock the secrets of ancient Norse deities with "The Magik of Freya and Frigg" and embark on a transformative journey to awaken the divine powers within. Step into an intricate tapestry of Norse mythology and modern magikal practice, where you can explore the passionate energies of Freya, the fierce goddess of love and war, and ascend to the tranquil realms of Frigg, the wise protector of home and hearth.With this compelling book, renowned expert...
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"The Saga of the Volsungs" is one of the truly great Icelandic sagas. Composed sometime in the twelfth or thirteenth century by an unknown author, it is the story of Sigurd the dragon-slayer. Filled with elements of Norse mythology and great human drama, The Saga of the Volsungs has greatly influenced the fantasy genre of literature. Presented in this volume is the translation of Eiríkr Magnússon and William Morris.
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Sweeping adventure, breathtaking twists of fate, and immersive worlds based in Norse mythology are woven into this first volume of the Runestone Saga, from the New York Times bestselling author of the Seven Realms and Shattered Realms series.
Since Ragnarok—the great war between the gods and the forces of chaos—the human realm of the Midlands has become a desperate and dangerous place, bereft
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In the Days of Giants was first published in 1923 it contains various Norse Mythological tales retold by Abbie Farwell Brown in a simple direct fashion that will be appealing to children and adults alike. Stories include how Father Odin lost his eye, how Thor went fishing, of the death of Baldur, and of the other doings of the gods and goddesses of Asgard. The text is accompanied by beautiful black and white illustrations from E. Boyd Smith.
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On the frozen shores of Sweden, lightning strikes from a clear sky. The skeleton of a huge man is revealed, its fingers clutched around the handle of an iron hammer. No one who comes to see this marvel from Norse mythology can lift it - no one but Hellboy, who lifts the hammer just in time for lightning to strike again, welding it to his hand and leading him towards a bizarre series of visions and encounters.
80) Air Gear Vol. 26
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Desperate to help Ikki by building him his own Storm Regalia, Kururu launches a risky heist of a superrare alloy. But her quest for her crush's affections is cut short when Ringo, Ikki's longtime friend and foster sister, reveals her love for him. But before Ikki has any time to process this shock, Kogarasumaru must rush off to face their next foe: a team straight from the pages of Norse mythology!