"An authentic retelling with true superhero style"
With superhero films filling the cinema there has never been more interest in mythology and the Norse gods are certainly stranger than most. But although this comic style retelling looks like pure Marvel and DC and the exciting illustrations are indeed from the pen of a renowned comic artist, this is actually a very true representation of the mythology.
The story of Baldur is enormously significant since his death marks the first event of Ragnarök and the beginning of the end for the gods. We learn that this has been prophesised and of the lengths that Odin and Frigg go in order to prevent his death and how Loki outwits them at every turn, but in the end his punishment is so severe the world shakes with his pain. With glossary, character profiles, writing prompts and discussion questions this is a useful classroom resource for any study of Norse Mythology. Highly attractive and engaging, it will also appeal to comic fans and reluctant readers.
Baldur, Odin's greatest son, is a leader of men - and loved by all. So when a prophecy is made that the end of the world, Ragnarok - the Twilight of the Gods - will occur when Baldur dies, Odin imprisons all those who might be involved in the death of his beloved son. But fate is fate.
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Baldur, Odin's greatest son, is a leader of men - and loved by all. So when a prophecy is made that the end of the world, Ragnarok - the Twilight of the Gods - will occur when Baldur dies, Odin imprisons all those who might be involved in the death of his beloved son.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed The Death of Baldur and determined it is suitable for children aged 9-12 years old
The Death of Baldur features in the following genres: Graphic Novels & Comics, Featured Books for 11+ readers, Recommendations, Mystery / Mythology, Children’s / Teenage: General interest, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, Featured Books for 9+ readers
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The Death of Baldur was written by Louise Simonson and published by Raintree an imprint of Capstone Global Library Ltd
