Cover of Norse Mythology

Book · 2016 · Norse Mythology

Norse Mythology

by Neil Gaiman, Anna Llisterri · Recommended by 2 people on 1 podcast

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The book is Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman out this week thank you.
Pamela Paul · The Book Review · Feb 2017 Listen at 20:10

The best things said about it

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And then in 2017 he did a book on Norse mythology so so you get all your big Gods there your Sor your Odin the ones you've seen in the Marvel Comics.
Jude Beersdorfer The Book Review · May 2023

Why people recommend it

Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman is a captivating retelling of classic Scandinavian legends that brings ancient deities like Thor, Odin, and other powerful gods into a vivid, accessible narrative. The publication was highlighted on The Book Review podcast when host Pamela Paul reminded listeners that the book had just been released that week. Paul also engaged in a conversation with Neil Gaiman himself during the episode, asking him directly about the creative choice to feature Thor's hammer prominently on the book cover. In a separate segment of the same podcast series, contributor Jude Beersdorfer discussed the 2017 release, pointing out how the collection gathers all the major mythological gods that modern audiences might recognize from popular Marvel Comics. The speakers collectively underscored how Gaiman successfully revived ancient folklore for contemporary readers by emphasizing character dynamics and dramatic storytelling. Through these discussions, podcast audiences were encouraged to explore the rich history of Norse myths through a master storyteller's engaging prose, making ancient legends fresh, entertaining, and relevant to modern fantasy enthusiasts everywhere.

Every mention

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Pamela Paul the book is Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman out this week thank you 2
Discussed
“yes um you have on the cover of the book Thor's hammer was this your choice”
Recommended
“the book is Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman out this week thank you”
Jude Beersdorfer and then in 2017 he did a book on Norse mythology so so you get all your big Gods there your Sor your Odin… 1
Discussed
“and then in 2017 he did a book on Norse mythology so so you get all your big Gods there your Sor your Odin the ones you've seen in the Marvel Comics”
Other mentions (3: passing, ad reads, own books)
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“his new book is Norse mythology”
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“I'm Pamela Paul Neil Gaiman is here his new book is Norse mythology”
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“what too many other people like Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman no surprise debut is at number one”