Reddit reviews D'Aulaires' Book of Norse Myths

I counter-acted the grandparents influence by getting my kids interested in norse and greek mythology.
https://www.amazon.com/DAulaires-Norse-Myths-Ingri-dAulaire/dp/159017125X

They can tell me more about the norse gods than bible stories.

It's awesome.

And this is a fun source for other creation myths that give each a fair shake:

http://www.bigmyth.com/2_eng_myths.html

D'aulaires books of Greek and Norse myths certainly were a factor in my early questioning and eventual discarding of the xtian faith.

https://www.amazon.com/DAulaires-Norse-Myths-Ingri-dAulaire/dp/159017125X

Probably so obvious that it doesn't need mentioning, but I will say that my first exposure to Norse mythology was D'Aulaires' Book of Norse Myths (although it used to be called Norse Gods and Giants), and it's still a favorite of mine today. I started reading it to my son around age 5 and he liked it right away (much moreso than the D'Aulaire Greek book, probably because the motivations of the gods are less convoluted and the monsters are way more awesome).

Not sure the age of your child but I have D'Aulaires' Book of Norse Myths. Nice large hardcover book with illustrations and a decent approach to the mythology for a child. My kids are 6 and 8 years old and they enjoyed it.

https://www.amazon.com/DAulaires-Norse-Myths-Ingri-dAulaire/dp/159017125X

D'Adalaire's book of Greek Myths. D'Adalaire's book of Norse Myths.

Greek Myths

Norse Myths

https://www.amazon.com/DAulaires-Norse-Myths-Ingri-dAulaire/dp/159017125X

simple with some nice art

Whatever you do, don't turn your nose up at children's books.

I recommend D'Aulaires' Books of Norse Myths and Greek Myths immediately, they are amazing. My husband and I have been collecting books that meant a lot to us to share with our future family, these were among the first we sought out.

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Edit: You should also study Arthurian mythology. TH White's "The Once & Future King" is great, I'll try to find the beautiful book my husband wants to find from his childhood -- it was strangely comprehensive.

Source: We both studied classic literature, I'm a teacher. :)

You might think I'm crazy, but children's style books helped me with the stories and the concepts, then I read the more complex literature. This is honestly still one of my favorites, and one I can't wait to share with my sons and daughters some day.

D'Aulaires Book of Norse Myths! They're illustrated... I read this one and the one on Greek myths; they're children's books, I guess? But they're straightforward and give you a great base of knowledge, so if you want a super painless intro, I'd suggest this. I just reread the Greek Myths version, and really enjoyed it: http://www.amazon.com/DAulaires-Norse-Myths-Ingri-dAulaire/dp/159017125X

The Wizard of Oz books. All of them. There's a bunch.

Early Greg Bear. Infinity Concerto.

Ursula K LeGuin's Earthsea Trilogy

Chronicles of Narnia of course

Danny Dunn maybe.

Madeline L Engle's Wrinkle in Time series.

Alan Dean Foster's early stuff. The Flinx stuff.

Norse Mythology. Here's an excellent one : D'Aulaires' Book of Norse Myths

If you like Greek and Norse, I'd recommend D'Auliere's Greek and Norse.

Also, I'd recommend fairly tales from the Pantheon Library, which do not have images but will help him to learn to picture them in his mind and pay attention as well. I should give you a warning though: some of them can still be a bit intense and inappropriate to modern listeners, depending on which culture the stories come from.

You're going to especially want to proof-read the European ones for strange acts of violence as well as many other cultures for potential moments of sexuality or bathroom humor. Though the potty humor might be very amusing to your son depending which age he is.

Yes. I became interested in Viking culture not long before I heard of the show, but the show has definitely helped keep my curiosity going. My interest in Norse history goes like this:

• Interest spiked after realizing Immigrant Song by Led Zepplin is about Vikings (around mid 2012-ish)
  
  
• Started looking into the culture, discovered Wardruna
  
  
• Bought a book about runes, the myths, etc
  
  
• Vikings comes out on History channel (I remember thinking, "Man, Wardruna should do music for this show!" And then mfw)
  
  
• Recently started looking into Asatru and stuff that is still going on in this age that can be tied to Vikings
  
  My interest in the Vikings isn't necessarily about the specific dates, locations, etc. It's more about the lifestyle, the myths, the attitude they had. And Vikings does a great job, IMO, of keeping that interest going. It's inspiring me to get in touch with nature again, learn how to do things I've never done, etc. Plus it's entertaining!
  
  EDIT: Here's the two books I've bought (so far) regarding Viking history. You'll note that they're basically children's books. The first one deals with the myths on a children's story level, the second has more in depth analysis on the myths, but without the pictures. I think simply reading about the things the Vikings may have lived by is better than just learning what date Bjorn raided "whatever-land". Anyways, here's the two books I have:
  
  Book of Norse Myths: Kid's book with pictures, walking you through the myths on an introductory level
  
  The Norse Myths: A much more comprehensive book about the myths
  
  I also have two other books related to Norse history or culture:
  
  Practical Guide to the Runes
  
  Practical Heathen's Guide to Asatru: For learning about the way a heathen's mind works and how he lives his life. I don't follow the stuff in the book, but I'm putting some of it into practice as I explore my ancestral connections

Thank you for reminding me this existed. It's probably one of the first books that opened mine eyes to a world that wasn't 100% Catholic.

Depending on what age group you're dealing with, or exactly how basic an introduction is required, D'Aulaires' Book of Norse Myths might be a good start.

https://www.amazon.com/DAulaires-Norse-Myths-Ingri-dAulaire/dp/159017125X

I got this Book of Norse myths and legends for my son when he was born. I read him stories from it at bed time. His cousins love it when they sleep over :D

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/159017125X/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?qid=1375996878&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX110_SY190

What I remember reading and could find on Amazon:

https://www.amazon.com/DAulaires-Greek-Myths-Ingri-dAulaire/dp/0440406943/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1505788321&sr=8-2&keywords=childrens+mythology

https://www.amazon.com/DAulaires-Norse-Myths-Ingri-dAulaire/dp/159017125X/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1505788321&sr=8-12&keywords=childrens+mythology

https://www.amazon.com/Greek-Myths-Young-Children-Stories/dp/0746037252/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1505788502&sr=8-6&keywords=childrens+greek+mythology

https://www.amazon.com/Childs-Introduction-Greek-Mythology-Goddesses/dp/157912867X/ref=pd_bxgy_14_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=VSVXV9D3NYY93RJQ881X

In my personal opinion, the D'Aulaires produce some of the best books of Greek and Norse mythology. They give a wide view of the cultural myths, they're totally appropriate for children, and they're beautifully illustrated.

http://www.amazon.com/DAulaires-Greek-Myths-Ingri-dAulaire/dp/0440406943/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1341187978&sr=8-1&keywords=d%27aulaires%27+book+of+greek+myths

http://www.amazon.com/DAulaires-Norse-Myths-Ingri-dAulaire/dp/159017125X/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1341187978&sr=8-2&keywords=d%27aulaires%27+book+of+greek+myths

I would absolutely suggest those.

The Greek and Norse mythologies by Ingri and Edgar Parin d'Aulaire.

i think i found it on amazon. i might ask for it for christmas, hehe.

the norse myths are so cool, i know so much about them now after daddy taught me all about it.

If it was illustrated, it might have been D'Aulaire's Norse Myths, which has the exact story you described, and is aimed at children.

Book of Greek Myths

Book of Norse Myths

I've been reading my little one D'Aulaires' Book of Norse Myths since before she was born. It's pretty decent, right now she just likes the pictures and the fact she can chew on the spine ;)

The Norse book was the D'Aulaire one: http://www.amazon.com/DAulaires-Norse-Myths-Ingri-dAulaire/dp/159017125X

I don't remember the particular Bible book, and searching "Bible Stories for Children" will generate far more hits than are humanly possible to wade through. Clearly its myths were inferior to my young mind.

D'Aulaires' Book of Norse Myths is a great place to start for a total beginner, although it simplifies some of the myths. The art is also great.

I have The Norse Myths by Kevin Crossley-Holland at home, and I think it's pretty good. It's a bit more complex than Gaiman's version (which almost reads like a novel), but it has some of the more obscure stories and adds a bit of personal flair as well. It sounds about as professional as the actual Prose Edda.

Gaiman's book is witty and funny and great, like the rest of his books. I feel like it kind of simplifies the theme of the myths in order to provide a coherent narrative, which is understandable.

Once you get to know the myths, read American Gods by Gaiman ;]