Tyr

by Christopher E. Long

The story of how Tyr's honorable battle with the wolf beast Fenrir is retold in this Norse myth.

32 pages, ebook

First published January 1, 2011

About the author

Christopher E. Long’s comic books have been published by the likes of Marvel Comics, DC Comics, IDW Publishing and Image Comics.

His articles and short stories have been published in a variety of magazines, including Flaunt, Spinetingler Magazine, and Thuglit.

His first published comic book was “Easy Way,” which he got the title tattooed on his arm. “Hero Worship” is his debut young adult novel, so he’s getting that tattooed on his arm soon.

Christopher was born in Seattle, Washington, raised in Logan, Utah, and currently lives in Southern California with his wife and son.

Reviews

[Margaret Kerr]

Long, Christopher E. Tyr (2011). This book is a part of a series, Short Tales – Norse Myths. This is a basic and simple story about Tyr, the “bravest and boldest of the Norse gods.” He only fought for honor and justice. He had to fight against Fenrir, a fierce wolf monster, who planned to destroy Odin. Fenrir was very strong and powerful, but not very smart. Tyr and other gods tricked Fenrir with a magic rope and conquered him. The myth is very simply told and would be more interesting if it included more details. The illustrations are bold and dynamic and definitely add to the story. Target audience: ages 7-10.

[Mary · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a volume from the "Short Tales-Norse Myths" series, Magic Wagon Books, Abdo, c2011. The prime audience is ages 8 and up, grades 3 and up. Price is 16.24. Each book presents a simple story about a god of the Norse Myths. Tyr was the bravest and an honorable god. He only fought in just wars. The gods learned a prophecy that Fenrir,a fierce wolf monster and the son of Loki would destroy Odin, the all father of the gods. Tyr knew he must stop this from happening. He was aware Fenrir was indeed strong and powerful, but he was not too smart! Readers will find out how Tyr devises a plan ( a magic rope's involved!) to conquer Fenrir.


Young Readers drawn to mythology and fantasy genres will devour this simple retelling of a Norse myth, and the vivid illustrations add much enjoyment in presenting this Norse tale of the gods.
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