Mythology & Folk Tales
Marking Time: The Primstav Murals of Sigmund Aarseth by Kathleen Stokker
With a lively text by Kathleen Stokker, this lavishly illustrated guide to Sigmund Aarseth's vibrant primstav (calendar stick) murals in Vesterheim's Amdal-Odland Heritage Center is a color compendium of Norwegian folklore as well as a study of a contemporary folk-art...
$5.00
The Nordic Book of Runes by Jonathan Dee
Learn to use this ancient code for insight, direction, and divination! A guide to the secrets of rune-reading, an ancient predictive art, that teaches you how to lay out runes and interpret them instantly. Runes (meaning a secret or mystery)...
$12.99
Tales of Valhalla Norse Myths and Legends by Martyn and Hannah Whittock
A vivid retelling of Norse mythology that explores these legendary stories and their significance and influence on the Viking world. The Whittocks have set these rich stories within the context of the wider Viking world.
Softcover.
$17.95
Troll Magic by Theodor Kittelsen
Hidden Folk from the Mountains and Forests of Norway. Translated by Tiina Nunnally. In this book, first published as Troldskab in 1892, Kittelsen spins tales of wonder around creatures rumored to haunt the fields, forests, and waterfalls of Norway. Striding,...
$21.95
Little Bit of Runes: Introduction to Norse Divination by Cassandra Eason
From one of the world’s most renowned authors on spirituality comes an accessible introduction to runes. Nordic runes are the most popular and easiest symbols to work with, and can effectively release energy for a positive purpose in one’s life....
$9.99
D'Aulaires' Book of Norse Myths
The Caldecott medal-winning d'Aulaires once again captivate their young audience with this beautifully illustrated introduction to Norse legends, telling stories of Odin the All-father, Thor the Thunder-god and the theft of his hammer, Loki the mischievous god of the Jotun...
$29.95
Norwegian Folk Tales by Ingri and Edgar Parin D'Aulaire
A collection of twenty-one classic Norwegian folktales from two Caldecott-honored authors and illustrators. From the authors who wrote and illustrated Ola, Leif the Lucky, and Children of the Northlights comes their collection of Norwegian folktales. First printed in 1938, this selection of timeless stories...
$27.95
Gnomes (Revised Edition) by Wil Huygen
A newly reissued edition of the beloved illustrated survey of gnome life, history, and lore, which has sold astronomically since its original publication in 1977. Did you know that gnome couples always have twin children? Or that a gnome is...
$35.00
T is for Thor by Virginia Loh-Hagan
T is for Thor: A Norse Mythology Alphabet takes readers into the world of Scandinavian mythology, history, culture, and religion. Author Virginia Loh-Hagan examines Loki, Thor, Odin, Heimdall, and the famous Valkyries, as well as lesser-known inhabitants of this nine-realm...
$17.99
Norwegian Folktales of Asbjørnsen & Moe
The extraordinary folktales collected by Peter Christen Asbjørnsen and Jørgen Moe began appearing in Norway in 1841. Over the next two decades the publication of subsequent editions under the title Norske folkeeventyr made the names Asbjørnsen and Moe synonymous with...
$29.95
She Speaks: Women of Norse Mythology by Honor Cargill-Martin
Discover your favorite Norse myths - with a twist. This time you'll hear from the female characters in their own words. Meet Freyja, the enchanting goddess who forges a peace treaty between the Aesir and Vanir and brings magic and...
$19.99
A Guide to Reading the Runes by Laura Daligan
An easy, accessible guide for beginners which also offers a variety of ways to take your knowledge to the next level.Runes were the writing alphabet of the Norse people, but they are not just static letters: they are dynamic energies...
$19.99
A World Full of Nature Stories by Angela McAllister
50 classic nature stories from Angela McAllister are brought to life with sumptuous illustrations from Hannah Bess Ross, making this an anthology to treasure for a lifetime and celebrating nature and getting outdoors. The folktales and fables in this book will capture imaginations and...
$25.00
Sami Folktales from the Near and Far Worlds
The most comprehensive collection of Sámi folktales ever translated into English by Just Knud Qvigstad, Isak Saba, Barbara Sjoholm (Translated by) From the vast region of Northern Sápmi comes Sámi Folktales from the Near and Far Worlds, the most extensive compilation of...
$39.95