![]() ![]() First published in 2009, Odd and the Frost Giants has been reimagined by acclaimed artist Chris Riddell in the style of his epic black-and-white artwork from New York Times bestselling The Sleeper and the Spindle, enhanced here with metallic silver ink. ![]() Now our hero must reclaim Thors hammer, outwit the frost giants and release the gods. The eagle, bear, and fox Odd encounters are Norse gods, trapped in animal form by the evil frost giant who has conquered Asgard, the city of the gods. Fleeing to the woods, Odd stumbles upon and releases a trapped bear.and then Odds destiny begins to change. In his icy, ancient world there is no mercy for an unlucky soul with a crushed foot and no one to protect him. Odd, a young Viking boy, is left fatherless following a raid. ![]() Book Synopsis A beautifully illustrated edition of the thrilling, wintry Nordic tale by Neil Gaiman and Chris Riddell, who together weave a truly magical story of legend and adventure that will grip and enchant readers from beginning to end. Life took on a better light for Odd when he met three chatty animals - supposedly Viking gods sent by the Frost Giant. But Odd has a kind heart and a positive attitude. This simple and warm story is a fantasy about a 12-year old boy named Odd, a lucky name in Viking tradition, who has had two pretty rough years. ![]() About the Book New edition of Neil Gaimans Odd and the Frost Giants. ![]()
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