Introduction to Norse Mythology for Kids: A Fun Collection of the Greatest Heroes, Monsters, and Gods in Norse Myth

by Peter Aperlo

Immerse yourself in the dangerous, fascinating, and awesome world of Norse heroes, monsters, and gods, from Thor and Loki to Odin, Frey, and many more. Vikings lived a long time ago, but that doesn’t mean their history, myths, and stories aren’t still exciting today! Get to know the fascinating stories behind your favorite Norse gods, goddesses, heroes, villains, and monsters in this fun introduction to Norse mythology. You’ll learn about Thor and his hammer Mjolnir, the cunning and mischievous adventures of trickster Loki, and Freyja, the beautiful goddess with the falcon cloak. Uncover fantastical creatures, fearsome monsters, and epic battles—all from ancient Scandinavia—with stories ·       Thor and the Clay Giant ·       The Death of Baldr ·       Loki’s Dangerous Children ·       And more Plus, you’ll also learn about the Vikings, their homeland, what daily life was like for them, how they fought, and more. If you love learning about history or are a fan of the Thor and Loki movies and shows, this collection of Norse trivia is perfect for you.

Genres: Mythology

255 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 11, 2021

About the author

A former naval officer, Peter was already a published author in the rather disparate realms of Scandinavian archaeology and pen-and-paper role-playing games when he was tapped to pen the books Watchmen: The Art of the Film, Watchmen: The Official Film Companion, and 300: Rise of an Empire: The Art of the Film. His most recent movie book is Chappie: The Art of the Movie, based on the film by District 9 director Neill Blomkamp.
His extensive background in Viking culture and history served him well when writing The Unofficial Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard Companion, due out from Ulysses Press in September, 2015.
He also scripted the narration for the PSP game 300: March to Glory, and was responsible for the stories and screenplays for the games Watchmen: The End is Nigh and The Guardians of Ga’Hoole. His horror/thriller feature film (co-written with and directed by Clay Staub, produced by Scott Mednick), Devil’s Gate, is in post-production.