The Children of Odin: Nordic Gods and Heroes by Thomas A. DuBois, Padraic Colum

The Children of Odin: Nordic Gods and Heroes

Thomas A. DuBois, Padraic Colum

224 pages first pub 1920 (editions)

fiction classics fantasy adventurous informative fast-paced

Description

The Children of Odin: Nordic Gods and Heroes (1920) is a lyrical introduction to the myths and epic legends of the ancient Scandinavians. Fusing the disparate mythic accounts of his medieval sources, Irish-American poet Padraic Colum fashions a p...

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Community Reviews Summary of 48 reviews

Moods

adventurous 100%
informative 100%
challenging 33%
dark 33%
funny 33%
inspiring 33%
lighthearted 33%
mysterious 33%
reflective 33%
tense 33%

Pace

medium 66%
fast 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 100%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | N/A: 50%

Loveable characters?

N/A: 50% | Yes: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

N/A: 50% | Yes: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Average rating

3.92

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