Strength and joy of life ever marked the doings of the old Norse gods and heroes. These qualities abound in these stories of Norse mythology retold in a simple direct fashion appealing to younger children. Tells among other things how Father Odin lost his eye, how Thor went fishing, of the death of Baldur, and of the other doings of the gods and goddesses of Asgard. Vigorous black and white illustrations complement the narrative. Suitable for ages 9 and up.

In 2010 Christmas Treasury Classics presented Stories For Christmas Volume 1. Now we're back with Volume 2 which includes five lively stories your family is sure to enjoy. The Romance of a Christmas Card by Kate Douglas finds the little township of Beulah excited and getting ready for the annual Christmas festivities. What no one realized was that several of the town's residents were about to be richly blessed by two very special Christmas cards. On Christmas Day in the Evening by Grace S. Richmond readers of Volume 1 will again meet the members of the Fernald family. Three Christmas seasons...