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Viking Books

Gods Of Asgard (Paperback) by Erik Evensen
Softcover 6" x 9", 160 pages, published Fall 2007

Gods of Asgard is an award winning, full-length graphic novel of Norse mythology. The sheer length and quality production materials immediately let you know this is no ordinary comic. In fact, it is an authentic research project that is like getting the equivalent of a college education in Norse mythology in a media that is easy to digest and enjoyable to read for people of all ages. The concise retelling of the myths combined with the stunning illustrations greatly increases the readers understanding of concepts that are much more difficult to grasp in other books on the subject. From the Creation to Ragnarok, the Norse myths come alive in this 160-page, black-and-white, perfect bound book. This book is a must have for young readers interested in the subject to serious academics and practitioners of The Old Ways.

Inspired by his Scandinavian heritage, and drawing on translations of the original source material, it is the realization of the lifelong dream of artist / author Erik Evensen. Although mythology figures prominently in the world of comics, a true, straightforward adaptation has a never been published until now. It is published with the help of a grant from the Xeric Foundation, an organization whose purpose is to give financial assistance to comic book self-publishers, on the basis of originality, literary and artist merit, and commitment to the medium. Gods of Asgard received the maximum Xeric Grant for spring 2007.
MODEL# B1006 $14.95 plus shipping and handling

The Bayeux Tapestry (hard cover) translated by Richard Rex
Hard cover 8.5" x 10.25", 270 pages

So nice, it borders on a coffee table book with all the amazing photos of one of the most extraordinary artifacts to survive from the 11th century. A fragile web of woolen thread on linen, its brilliance has illuminated our understanding of history. It is rare to have such an amazing snapshot of the past preserved. This 270 page volume includes dozens of amazing color photos and highlights the tapestry's incredible history and its impact on the present. 8-1/2" x 10-1/4" hard cover.
MODEL# B1007 $48 plus shipping and handling.

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