Heimdall

by Rob M. Worley, Shawn Moll (Illustrator)

Heimdall is among the most loved of the Norse gods. Heimdall was given the important task of guarding Asgard, the home of the gods. With his sword, his trumpet Giallar-horn, and his horse Gull-top, Heimdall keep out the Frost Giants. The myth of Heimdall is retold in this brilliantly illustrated Norse myth. Short Tales is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO Publishing Group. Grades 1-4.

32 pages, Library Binding

First published September 1, 2010

Reviews

[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. Read the story of Heimdell, one of the most loved Norse gods. His father was Odin, the father of all gods, and, he had nine mothers! His important task was guiding Asgard, the home of the gods by keeping out the Frost Giants. Read about the magical happenings when Loki, the god of mischief appears on the scene in shapeshifter mode to steal Goddess of beauty Freya's beautiful necklace. Heimdell is granted three gifts from the gods to stop Loki, and transforms himself in fun fashion for readers to enjoy.

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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