Description

Viking Tales is a book written by Jennie Hall that tells the stories of the legendary Viking warriors and their adventures. The book is divided into several chapters, each one featuring a different tale of bravery, cunning, and heroism. The stories are based on the Norse sagas and legends and are retold in a way that is accessible and engaging for young readers.Through the pages of Viking Tales, readers will meet famous Viking warriors such as Leif Ericson, who discovered America long before Christopher Columbus, and Ragnar Lodbrok, a fearless and cunning warrior who became a legend in his own time. They will also learn about the Viking gods and goddesses, their beliefs, and their way of life.The book is beautifully illustrated with black and white drawings that capture the spirit of the Viking age. The language is simple and easy to understand, making it an ideal read for children and young adults who are interested in history, mythology, and adventure.Overall, Viking Tales is a captivating book that takes readers on a journey back in time to the world of the Vikings, where bravery, honor, and loyalty were highly valued, and where legends were born.1902. Contents Part I. In Norway: The Baby; The Tooth-thrall; Olaf��s Farm; Olaf��s Fight with Havard; Foes��-fear; Harald is King; Harald��s Battle; Gyda��s Saucy Message; The Sea Fight; King Harald��s Wedding; King Harald Goes West-Over-Seas. Part II. West-Over-Seas: Homes in Iceland; Eric the Red; Leif and His New Land; and Wineland the Good.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.