About the book
In a dramatic companion volume to Norse Myths, a Carnegie Medal winner revisits an ancient world of magic, mythology, and mountain trolls.
Step back into a sweeping landscape of green glades and glaciers where dwarves, frost giants, and ghosts roam and where gods and goddesses work their magic for Middle Earth, sometimes crossing the great rainbow bridge to come to the aid of humans. Five gripping new tales by Kevin Crossley-Holland plumb Norse mythology as never before, while Jeffrey Alan Love's illustrations give the epic figures bold new life. Eerie, lyrical, and arresting, this must-have companion book to Norse Myths: Tales of Odin, Thor, and Loki is the ideal gift for fantasy and mythology fans as well as newcomers to Viking lore.
Editions of Across the Rainbow Bridge: Stories of Norse Gods and Humans
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781536217711
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In a dramatic companion volume to Norse Myths, a Carnegie Medal winner revisits an ancient world of magic, mythology, and mountain trolls.
Step back into a sweeping landscape of green glades and glaciers where dwarves, frost giants, and ghosts roam and where gods and goddesses work their magic for Middle Earth, sometimes crossing the great rainbow bridge to come to the aid of humans. Five gripping new tales by Kevin Crossley-Holland plumb Norse mythology as never before, while Jeffrey Alan Love's illustrations give the epic figures bold new life. Eerie, lyrical, and arresting, this must-have companion book to Norse Myths: Tales of Odin, Thor, and Loki is the ideal gift for fantasy and mythology fans as well as newcomers to Viking lore.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Across the Rainbow Bridge: Stories of Norse Gods and Humans about?
In a dramatic companion volume to Norse Myths, a Carnegie Medal winner revisits an ancient world of magic, mythology, and mountain trolls.
Step back into a sweeping landscape of green glades and glaciers where dwarves, frost giants, and ghosts roam and where gods and goddesses work their magic for Middle Earth, sometimes crossing the great rainbow bridge to come to the aid of humans. Five gripping new tales by Kevin Crossley-Holland plumb Norse mythology as never before, while Jeffrey Alan Love's illustrations give the epic figures bold new life. Eerie, lyrical, and arresting, this must-have companion book to Norse Myths: Tales of Odin, Thor, and Loki is the ideal gift for fantasy and mythology fans as well as newcomers to Viking lore.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Across the Rainbow Bridge: Stories of Norse Gods and Humans?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories: Cultural heritage / traditional stories
Where can I read a sample of Across the Rainbow Bridge: Stories of Norse Gods and Humans?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781536217711
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Across the Rainbow Bridge: Stories of Norse Gods and Humans?
Kevin Crossley-Holland
Who is the Publisher of the book Across the Rainbow Bridge: Stories of Norse Gods and Humans?
Candlewick Press
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Across the Rainbow Bridge: Stories of Norse Gods and Humans is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781536217711)
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