The myths and legends of the Norsemen have entertained readers for hundreds of years, inspiring music, comic books, and blockbuster films. This fascinating collection contains stories retold from the Icelandic Eddas—the principal source of knowledge on Norse mythology—and the Sagas of the Vikings. Following the deeds of the powerful Norse gods, such as Odin, Thor, and Loki, and filed with a host of fantastic creatures and magical objects, the tales conjure up a world of heroism and romance.