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Napoli makes Norse mythology incredibly accessible, not only for young readers but also us older readers who don't have the time or inclination to wade through the tangled tapestry that is Norse mythology. The stories are engaging and help readers understand the characters, their key traits, and the major storylines associated with them. The illustrations are lovely as well.
Collette Hobbs (0 KP) rated Mythos in Books
Jan 24, 2019
Kyera (8 KP) rated For Magnus Chase: Hotel Valhalla, Guide to the Norse Worlds in Books
Feb 1, 2018
This was your typical, hilarious Rick Riordan companion novel. Like Percy Jackson telling us in his witty way about Greek mythology in the two books about Greek Gods and Greek Heroes
Various residents of Hotel Valhalla tell us about Norse mythology. It was filled with interviews, stories and jokes. Part encyclopedia and part comedy sketch. I do wish that it was longer and more in depth. Generally, people know more about Greek mythology than they do about other types, so it would be great to have a more expansive discussion about the gods, goddesses, monsters and origin stories in Norse Mythology. Perhaps this will be rectified in a future expanded novel? That would be my one criticism for this book, otherwise it was a fantastic, quick, funny read. Highly recommended for middle grade and young adult readers who are already fans of Rick Riordan's, love fantasy, mythology, funny books or pretty much anything else. I just recommend that you read the Magnus Chase series before delving into this book to give yourself a little familiarity.
Suswatibasu (1701 KP) rated The Three Theban Plays (Antigone, Oedipus the King, Oedipus at Colunus) in Books
Oct 2, 2017
An important part of Greek mythology
This is essential reading for those who want to understand certain cultural references such as Freud and the Oedipus Complex. And as Greek mythology stands, it is an incredibly important part, aside from Oedipus, Antigone is his daughter and all the subsequent sacrifices she had to make due to the curse. It is dark, but intriguing, well worth the read.
Rachel Maria Berney (114 KP) rated By Jove in Tabletop Games
Dec 4, 2018
Love Mythology, you'll love this game
I picked this up as axmas pressies for my hubby as he loves a good board game and we both love Mythology. It's an old game but brilliant. It's like a questing mythical version of monopoly. Lots of fun and I always win. Collect the golden fleece, battle the minotaur and escape the labyrinth, plenty of fun.
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Nov 13, 2019
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Suswatibasu (1701 KP) rated House of Names in Books
Oct 10, 2017
Lyrically beautiful, humanist version of Greek mythology
For fans of Greek mythology, this is an absolute dream. Focusing on the stories of the wife of Agamemnon, Clytemnestra, and children, Electra and Orestes, Colm Toibin brings to life very human characters in which all are victim and perpetrator.
Hearing perspectives of all three following the sacrifice of daughter Iphigenia, then the murder of Agamemnon as well as the banishment of Orestes, we hear how each feel betrayed and in turn seek vengeance or what they deem is justice.
While most of it is faithful to the original story, a few characters have been added to flesh out the main roles including best friend and lover of Orestes, Leander. A great read for mythology fans.
Hearing perspectives of all three following the sacrifice of daughter Iphigenia, then the murder of Agamemnon as well as the banishment of Orestes, we hear how each feel betrayed and in turn seek vengeance or what they deem is justice.
While most of it is faithful to the original story, a few characters have been added to flesh out the main roles including best friend and lover of Orestes, Leander. A great read for mythology fans.