Lively, stark and formidable, the imagery of Norse mythology storms through this classic collection. The fierce glory of Odin, Frey, Loki and their fellow gods of Asgard are featured here with all the great adventures, from Yggdrasil, the Tree of Life, to the endings of Ragnarok. And from the fabled Bifrost to the forging of Thor's hammer, each Viking legend is riven with a vitality that speaks to us still.

The creation myths -- Legends of Odin and Frigga -- Legends of Loki -- Legends of Thor -- Freyia and other Gods -- Giants, dwarfs and elves -- The Sigurd saga -- The story of Frithiof the Bold -- The story of Gunnlaug and Worm-tongue and Raven the Skald -- The story of Grettir the Strong -- The Laxdaela saga -- The end of the world.