Norse Myths and Legends : Tales and Sagas of the Gods and Heroes

This beautiful hardback edition brings together myths and legends from Norse mythology, presented with gold cover embossing and stencilled page edges. Inside you`ll find the tale of Odin`s search for wisdom, the making of Thor`s hammer - and its loss and rediscovery. Curated by Emilie K. Baker, there are stories of magic swords, treasure hoards and the legendary Valkyrie. And there is romance too, in the wooing of Brunhilde. The wicked Loki appears as well - and is punished for his misdeeds. This ornate hardback edition features gold embossing on the font and back cover, full-colour endpaper designs, ivory pages and stencilled page-edges, making a welcome gift for anyone interested in Norse myths and legends.