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„Hořící led, sžíravý plamen; tak se zrodil život.“ Tento mimořádný cyklus skandinávských mýtů patří k nejtrvalejším, nejdramatičtějším, nejpoutavějším a nejvíce vzrušujícím příběhům světové historie. Kniha severských mýtů přináší poutavé zpracování těchto příběhů i modernímu čtenáři. Zavede nás do okamžiků samotného stvoření světa, budeme svědky vztyčení hradeb Ásgardu a spatříme zánik všehomíra v den Ragnaröku. Povíme si, jak Thór získal své kladivo, jak přišel Ódin o oko, jak strašnou cenu bohové zaplatili za spoutání vlka Fenriho a proč se nikdy nevyplatilo důvěřovat šibalovi Lokimu. Severské mýty nejsou jen fascinujícím vyprávěním, mají i nesmírnou kulturní a historickou váhu. Kevin Crossley-Holland oživuje v této zajímavé knize vášeň, krutost i hrdinství těchto nezapomenutelných příběhů.

Set in the ninth century, the story revolves around Wulfstan, a sailor who captivates King Alfred with his adventurous tales of storms, races, and a frozen ruler. The narrative highlights Alfred's dedication to storytelling and education, as he strives to make literature accessible to his people by translating works into English. This beautifully illustrated collaboration between Kevin Crossley-Holland and Chris Riddell combines lyrical prose with historical context, celebrating the legacy of a West Saxon king who defended his realm against Viking invaders.

A collection of essays, reviews, lectures and articles spanning the career of Kevin Crossley-Holland, highlighting his position as the pre-eminent English writer of Myth and legend.

In a dramatic companion volume to Norse Myths, a Carnegie Medal winner revisits an ancient world of magic, mythology, and mountain trolls.Step back into a sweeping landscape of green glades and glaciers where dwarves, frost giants, and ghosts roam and where gods and goddesses work their magic for Middle Earth, sometimes crossing the great rainbow bridge to come to the aid of humans. Five gripping new tales by Kevin Crossley-Holland plumb Norse mythology as never before, while Jeffrey Alan Love's illustrations give the epic figures bold new life. Eerie, lyrical, and arresting, this must-have companion book to Norse Myths: Tales of Odin, Thor, and Loki is the ideal gift for fantasy and mythology fans as well as newcomers to Viking lore.

The definitive retelling of the legends of King Arthur, from Carnegie Medal-winner Kevin Crossley-Holland and former Children's Laureate Chris Riddell.Be enthralled by the world of Arthurian legend in this lavishly illustrated, masterful retelling. From King Arthur’s childhood to his final battle, the timeless tales of the sword in the stone, the quests of the Knights of the Round Table and the wizardry of Merlin are woven together into a breathtaking feat of storytelling. An extraordinary collaboration between the world-renowned Kevin Crossley-Holland and the three-time Kate Greenaway Medal-winner Chris Riddell, this is a beautiful edition to be treasured by all ages.

Set in an enchanting ancient world filled with magic, this collection features captivating Norse tales that bring to life gods, goddesses, rock-giants, and mountain-trolls. Crafted by award-winning author Kevin Crossley-Holland and complemented by striking illustrations from Jeffrey Alan Love, these stories promise to engage and inspire readers of all ages, making it a remarkable companion to the acclaimed Norse Myths.

Kevin Crossley-Holland is a celebrated children's author and poet, recognized for his award-winning works, including the Carnegie Medal and the Smarties Prize. His stories have captivated readers globally, being translated into over 25 languages. Alongside him, Susan Varley, an acclaimed illustrator, has brought many books to life, including the timeless classic Badger's Parting Gifts, which has garnered numerous awards, such as the Mother Goose Award. Together, they create enchanting narratives that resonate with both children and adults.

In his new sequence of poems, Kevin Crossley-Holland approaches Seahenge along the Icknield Way and Peddar’s Way from his childhood home in the Chilterns, and his words are brilliantly complemented by Andrew Rafferty’s daring single-frame landscapes, seascapes and skyscapes, all of them taken at a moment in time. Together they enter the world of Seahenge’s creators and weave then and now, past and present, into something greater and more lasting than either.This spectacular new book was launched at the Sea Fever Festival on May 10th 2019.