{"product_id":"norse-mythology","title":"Norse Mythology","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eTHE NO. 1 \u003ci\u003eSUNDAY TIMES\u003c\/i\u003e AND \u003ci\u003eNEW YORK TIMES\u003c\/i\u003e BESTSELLER FROM THE AUTHOR OF NETFLIX HIT \u003ci\u003eTHE SANDMAN\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNeil Gaiman, one of the world’s most beloved storytellers, brings to life the great Norse myths in \u003ci\u003eNorse Mythology\u003c\/i\u003e, a captivating and masterfully crafted collection of tales that have inspired countless works of modern fiction and fantasy. The book delves deep into the rich tapestry of Norse legends, presenting both well-known narratives and lesser-known gems in a fresh, engaging manner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough powerful prose, Gaiman recounts the stories of the gods of Asgard, each character vividly brought to life with a blend of reverence and modern wit. Readers will be enthralled by tales of Odin, the wise and all-seeing All-Father; Thor, the thunderous and mighty wielder of the hammer Mjollnir; and Loki, the cunning trickster whose schemes often lead to unforeseen consequences. Other remarkable figures include Freya, the captivating goddess of love and beauty who defies anyone attempting to dominate her will.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBeginning with the genesis of the cosmos and stretching across time to the cataclysmic events of Ragnarok, \u003ci\u003eNorse Mythology\u003c\/i\u003e seamlessly weaves together a series of enthralling vignettes that explore themes of fate, betrayal, heroism, and the inexorable march of time. Every page is imbued with Gaiman's signature style, melding the ancient with the accessible, making these age-old stories feel both timeless and relevant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eNorse Mythology\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e‘With the deftest of touches, the characters are once again brought to life’\u003c\/b\u003e - JOANNE HARRIS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e‘The halls of Valhalla have been crying out for Gaiman to tell their stories’\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003ci\u003eOBSERVER\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis book has been printed with two different cover designs. We are unable to accept requests for a specific cover. The different covers will be assigned to orders at random.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the raw power and beauty of these timeless myths and let Neil Gaiman guide you through a mystical world with his evocative storytelling and imaginative brilliance. \u003ci\u003eNorse Mythology\u003c\/i\u003e is a must-read for both fans of Gaiman and newcomers to the mythic tales of ancient Scandinavia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45706685710572,"sku":"9781408891957","price":21.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781408891957.jpg?v=1725890596","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/products\/norse-mythology","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}