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Legends of Norse Mythology is afully illustrated anthology of Norse
gods, giants, monsters and heroes retold anew. Â Featuring
beautiful and otherworldly portraits of mythological characters
from Isabella Mazzanti and enchanting text from Old English scholar
and Norse mythology expert Dr Thomas Birkett, this collection of
timeless tales is the perfect gift for lovers of Viking myths as
well as readers looking for an introduction to this epic world
ofmystical power, battles, quests and intrigue. Â With this
book, readers can take an adventure through time to a realm of ice
and fire, magic and mischief. They’ll meet a cast of characters
from Norse folklore and be swept up in their epic deeds and fates.
 Inside, there are more than 30 profiles of Norse figures
– from gods and goddesses, to giants, elves, monsters and other
mythical beings. Each profile introduces the figure, including
their defining attributes and a new retelling of their story, along
with sidelights of extra facts and details. Figures include
familiar gods like Thor to lesser-known legends such as giant
sisters Gjálp and Greip.  A captivating visual portrayal of
each figure helps crystallize these beings in readers’
imaginations. Isabella Mazzanti’s evocative artwork perfectly
express the fantastic traits and powers of the mythical figures
within. Â Interspersed with the profiles are summaries
of four famous Norse tales and events: The story of Ymir and
the Nine Worlds How Thor’s Hammer Was Made The Mead of Poetry The
Tale of Ragnarök A visual feast and a journey to another world
this book is perfect for the whole family to explore and enjoy.
From the trickster god Loki and his mischievous ways to the
powerful Norns – the three women who weaved the destinies of all
living beings – discover why these incredible stories are
still a part of our culture today.
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The Fairy Garden (Paperback)
Isabella Mazzanti; Georgia Buckthorn
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R309
R223
Discovery Miles 2 230
Save R86 (28%)
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Ships in 9 - 15 working days
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Follow the enchanting, beautifully illustrated story of Mimi, a
young girl who longs to see fairies in her garden. Mimi was a
perfectly ordinary girl who lived in a perfectly ordinary house.
She had toys to play with, a little brother who wasn't too
annoying, and cakes on her birthdays. Mimi didn't want many things.
But there was one thing she wanted so very much, so very much
indeed... to see a fairy in her garden. Poor Mimi spends hours and
hours making her fairy garden completely perfect, but the fairies
never come. Whatever could she be doing wrong? Just when she has
given up all hope, some twinkling lights appear. They're here! And
they are bringing an important message... With captivating artwork
from Isabella Mazzanti, and activity spreads at the back which tell
readers how to create their own, perfect fairy garden this
beautiful story will capture readers' imaginations. And, just
maybe, it will help them attract fairies to their own gardens! Ivy
Kids brings you beautiful, sustainably printed books to rewild your
child, nurture creativity, and foster a deep connection with the
living world. Winner of the Sustainability Award at the Independent
Publishers Awards 2022, Ivy Kids books are planet-friendly, printed
on 100% post-consumer recycled paper, locally to where they will be
sold.
Legends of Norse Mythology is afully illustrated anthology of Norse
gods, giants, monsters, and heroes retold anew. Featuring beautiful
and otherworldly portraits of mythological characters from Isabella
Mazzanti and enchanting text from Old English scholar and Norse
mythology expert Dr Thomas Birkett, this collection of timeless
tales is the perfect gift for lovers of Viking myths as well as
readers looking for an introduction to this epic world ofmystical
power, battles, quests and intrigue. With this book, readers can
take an adventure through time to a realm of ice and fire, magic
and mischief. They'll meet a cast of characters from Norse folklore
and be swept up in their epic deeds and fates. Inside, there are
more than 30 profiles of Norse figures - from gods and goddesses,
to giants, elves, monsters and other mythical beings. Each profile
introduces the figure, including their defining attributes and a
new retelling of their story, along with sidelights of extra facts
and details. Figures include familiar gods like Thor to
lesser-known legends such as giant sisters Gjálp and Greip. A
captivating visual portrayal of each figure helps crystallize these
beings in readers' imaginations. Isabella Mazzanti's evocative
artwork perfectly express the fantastic traits and powers of the
mythical figures within. Interspersed with the profiles are
summaries of four famous Norse tales and events: The story of Ymir
and the Nine Worlds How Thor's Hammer Was Made The Mead of Poetry
The Tale of Ragnarök A visual feast and a journey to another world
this book is perfect for the whole family to explore and enjoy.
From the trickster god Loki and his mischievous ways to the
powerful Norns - the three women who weaved the destinies of all
living beings - discover why these incredible stories are still a
part of our culture today.
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Hitomi (Paperback)
H. S. Tak; Artworks by Isabella Mazzanti
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R445
R360
Discovery Miles 3 600
Save R85 (19%)
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Ships in 9 - 15 working days
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In Feudal-era Japan, a drifter with no prospects begins training in
secret under Yasuke, a once-famous and now-disgraced warrior, as
she struggles to find her place in a society entrenched in
discrimination and violence. Combining the historical sweep and
elegance of Kurosawa with the visceral action of Tarantino, this
saga follows the trials and tribulations of a young female warrior
who travels the country-side unendingly working to gain the rank of
Samurai, a title no man, monster, or myth can give to her, but one
that she will have to take. For fans of The Witcher, Wolverine: Old
Man Logan, Lone Wolf and Cub, Usagi Yojimbo! Collects Hitomi #1 -
#5
TreeTops Greatest Stories offers children some of the worlds
best-loved tales in a collection of timeless classics. Top
children's authors and talented illustrators work together to bring
to life our literary heritage for a new generation, engaging and
delighting children. The books are carefully levelled, making it
easy to match every child to the right book. Each book contains
inside cover notes to help children explore the content, supporting
their reading development. Teaching notes on Oxford Owl offer
cross-curricular links and activities to support guided reading,
writing, speaking and listening. This pack contains 36 books, six
of each of the following titles: The Well at the World's End,
Pinocchio, Warriors of Honour, Animal Tails, Around the World in 80
Days and The Red Badge of Courage.
When a girl is sent to find a well at the end of the world, simple
acts of kindness lead her to more than she expects. A lost daughter
captures the heart of a prince, but will she be reunited with her
father? An unfortunate girl is given not one, but two impossible
tasks to spin straw into gold, and to guess the name of an unknown
creature. The girls will have to use their hearts, charms and wits
to find solutions to their problems. TreeTops Greatest Stories
offers children some of the worlds best-loved tales in a collection
of timeless classics. Top children's authors and talented
illustrators work together to bring to life our literary heritage
for a new generation, engaging and delighting children. The books
are carefully levelled, making it easy to match every child to the
right book. Each book contains inside cover notes to help children
explore the content, supporting their reading development. Teaching
notes on Oxford Owl offer cross-curricular links and activities to
support guided reading, writing, speaking and listening.
TreeTops Greatest Stories offers children some of the worlds
best-loved tales in a collection of timeless classics. Top
children's authors and talented illustrators work together to bring
to life our literary heritage for a new generation, engaging and
delighting children. The books are carefully levelled, making it
easy to match every child to the right book. Each book contains
inside cover notes to help children explore the content, supporting
their reading development. Teaching notes on Oxford Owl offer
cross-curricular links and activities to support guided reading,
writing, speaking and listening. This pack contains six books, one
of each of the following titles: The Well at the World's End,
Pinocchio, Warriors of Honour, Animal Tails, Around the World in 80
Days and The Red Badge of Courage.
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