Treasury of Norse Mythology

Stories of Intrigue, Trickery, Love and Revenge

By: Donna Jo Napoli

Narrated by: Christina Moore

Length: 3 hrs and 1 min

Publisher's summary

Classic stories of gods, goddesses, heroes and monsters come to life in a stunning tableau of Norse myths, including those of the thunder god Thor, the one-eyed god and Allfather Odin, and the trickster god Loki. The lyrical storytelling of award-winning author Donna Jo Napoli dramatizes the timeless tales of ancient Scandinavia. This book is the third in the trilogy that includes the popular National Geographic Treasury of Greek Mythology and National Geographic Treasury of Egyptian Mythology.

©2015 Donna Jo Napoli (P)2015 Recorded Books

Too much editorializing for my taste

I came for the cool Norse mythology, not to hear the actions of ancient gods and heroes criticized through a lens of modern sensibilities. Also, it is all very backhanded and passive-aggressive - maybe it was meant to be sarcastic and funny, like OSP on YouTube, but it comes across as bitter and judgemental and I just couldn't put up with it anymore. YMMV of course.

It’s About Time

After two attempts to read the physical book checked out of the library, I finally succeeded when I listened to the audio version while reading the physical. I got more out of the stories, going back and forth between formats and conducting further research. Of all the books in the National Geographic mythology series, this is my favorite ones because the stories are odd and relatable. They are also beautifully illustrated by Christina Balit. The stories end with the battle at Ragnarok where the world of gods snd giants were destroyed, giving birth to the world of men and women. I will enjoy retelling these stories.

Very Informative and Interesting

Well read and creatively written. I especially enjoyed the history at the end. I'd recommend for anyone wanting a basic idea of Norse mythology. I'd even read it to children 10 and older.

A little short

Good narrator, good story. Unfortunately its very short.

(just filling out word requirements, kinda dumb)

Good Listen

I thoroughly enjoyed this collection of stories. It was interesting and the narrator did well.

Fantastic

Story is innately amazing. the reader gives great breath to these characters. If you want to learn of Viking culture, start here.

Big disappointment

I know that this is a book for children. However, I expected more culture and less slang. My tween knows, and considers obsolete, yikes and double yikes. On the other hand, I would prefer that my younger children learn that you need to discuss a situation to find a solution instead of 'hashing it out'.

Bittersweet & Lovely!

Oh. My. Gosh.....from the beginning to the very end, these magical tales are enticing and draw you in until you reach the last chapter wondering where the time went! The author was fantastic about explaining background information all the while staying authentic to true storytelling. I knew some about Norse Mythology, but now I feel as if a whole new universe has been opened up to me! I'm so glad I bought this, it was worth the one credit and a million more! 🎉

Diffcult to Listen

Not a good book for audio - very difficult to follow, is not the right format for audio

Wanted to enjoy ...Just couldn't listen

I love Norse mythology. I grew up on the tales of Oden, Freyja, Thor and Loki. I wanted to listen to these wonderful tales and hear the delight of the storyteller as she wove these myths into fantastic yarns. But this readers mispronunciation of the names, the dry- almost disinterested storytelling made listening to this book a chore.

It almost made me feel akin to Loki, being bound by Narfi's end-trails and having venom dripped into my ears.

This is one to avoid!