Carolyne Larrington gives a fresh introduction and translation of the Norse myths. With illustrations of the Norse sites, Larrington explores the myths' influences in J.R.R Tolkien and the popular "Game Of Thrones" series.

Carolyne Larrington is Professor
of Medieval European Literature,
University of Oxford, and Official
Fellow and Tutor, St John¿s College.
Her previous books include The
Poetic Edda; Magical Tales: Myth,
Legend and Enchantment in
Children¿s Books and Winter is
Coming: The Medieval World of Game
of Thrones. She also presented
BBC Radio 4¿s `The Lore of the Land¿,
exploring the enduring relevance of
the creatures of British folklore.