Viking Tales


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(4.1 stars; 166 reviews)

Viking Tales invites young listeners into the enchanting world of Norse mythology and legendary heroes. Set against the backdrop of Iceland, these stories revolve around the adventures of King Halfdan and his son, Harald, as they navigate the challenges of their time.

Through a series of captivating short stories, children will discover the rich tapestry of Viking life, filled with bravery, exploration, and the bonds of family. Each tale offers a glimpse into the values and traditions of a culture steeped in history, making it both educational and entertaining.

With its engaging narrative style, Viking Tales not only entertains but also sparks curiosity about the past, encouraging young minds to explore the legends that shaped a civilization. Perfect for bedtime listening or family story time, this collection is a delightful introduction to the world of Vikings.

Chapters

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00 - What the Sagas Were 5:20 Read by Timothy Ferguson
01 - Part I, The Baby 2:19 Read by Mary Ballard-Johansson
02 - Part I, The Tooth Thrall 7:50 Read by Elizabeth Zaranka
03 - Part I, Olaf's farm 10:04 Read by Mary Ballard-Johansson
04 - Part I, Olaf's fight with Havard 5:55 Read by Michael Wolf
05 - Part I, Foes'-fear 5:34 Read by Michael Wolf
06 - Part I, Harald is King 9:59 Read by Elizabeth Zaranka
07 - Part I, Harald's Battle 10:14 Read by Lars Rolander (1942-2016)
08 - Part I, Gyda's Saucy Message 10:41 Read by Lars Rolander (1942-2016)
09 - Part I, The Sea Fight 7:58 Read by Aubrey Anne
10 - Part I, King Harald's Wedding 5:09 Read by Richard Kilmer (1942-2022)
11 - Part I, King Harald Goes West-Over-Seas 5:27 Read by CeilingofStars
12 - Part II, Homes in Iceland 43:03 Read by Chuck Burke
13 - Part II, Eric the Red 16:13 Read by Chuck Burke
14 - Part II, Leif and His New Land 13:19 Read by Chuck Burke
15 - Part II ,Wineland the Good 21:19 Read by Tom Barron
16 - Descriptive Notes 13:01 Read by David Stryker
17 - Suggestions to Teachers 9:43 Read by David Stryker
18 - A Reading List 6:33 Read by Lars Rolander (1942-2016)

Reviews

great book not all chapters well read


(4 stars)

classic!


(5 stars)

great classic stories of vikings.

Viking Tales by Jennie Hall


(4 stars)

I give this audiobook four stars. When I listened to Viking Tales, I had to admit that I thought parts of what I heard which descibes an ancient Nordic point of view about life were very odd to my mind. From what I gather the Norse thought swords could have agendas and desires of their own. Viking Tales is a book that describes why the vikings felt the need to travel and relocate their homes as they did through several smaller stories. I ended up being a bit annoyed by the inept reader who during tracks sixteen and seventeen had trouble pronoucing certain words as he spoke because he either lacked reading talent or chose to read in a impolite, mookish way.


(5 stars)

great and true stories but the reading could have been better


(4 stars)

Lost a star due to the many different readers, but Jennie did a fantastic job of fictional retelling of Viking history, voyage, culture and song. I am no expert when it comes to Norse/Viking culture. However, due to my obsessive nature, I have watched films, read books and have done many a reading of many articles and studies about these peoples. This book was a job well done. The writing was tame and filtered. I recommend it to all.

Entertaining


(4 stars)

Quaint tales, good for young people. Decent readers.

readers make or break a book.


(4 stars)


(3.5 stars)

The book itself is fantastic, but David Stryker, the reader of a few of the last chapters is literally the worst reader I’ve ever heard. My 9 year old reads out loud better. It was like nails on a chalk board to hear him.