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Mead: The Libations, Legends, and Lore of History's Oldest Drink

With fantastical narratives, home-brewing instructions, and original craft cocktail recipes, Mead is the ultimate exploration of the resurgent alcoholic beverage that is nearly as old as time itself. Beloved by figures as diverse as Queen Elizabeth and Thor, the Vikings and the Greek gods, mead is one of history’s most storied beverages. But this mixture of fermented honey isn’t just a relic of bygone eras — it’s experiencing a cultural renaissance, taking pride of place in trendy cocktail bars

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Modern Gingerbread

Traditional gingerbread goodies are given the modern treatment in this delectable book featuring 15 projects to make, eat or display. Modern Gingerbread seeks to tap into, and lead, the trend for contemporary gingerbread baking and decorating, and lauded cake-maker Sandra Monger is full of terrific ideas for gingerbread projects, from decorative gingerbread tiles and wreaths to a Norwegian Kransekake delicately crafted from rings of gingerbread. The pièce de resistance in Modern Gingerbread is S

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Modern Scandinavian Baking

Master the art and heart of Scandinavian baking—60+ authentic recipes Now you can whip up a slice of Scandinavian hospitality in the comfort of your own kitchen! Modern Scandinavian Baking is a complete guide for bakers of all levels who want to create the sweet and savory treats of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. From breads, to pastries, cakes, and cookies, there's a simple and scrumptious recipe to delight everyone in this beautifully designed Scandinavian cookbook. Enjoy contemporary takes on c

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My Little Golden Book About Vikings

This title will be available in November 2024. This nonfiction Little Golden Book is filled with amazing facts about the history of the Vikings and told through beautiful illustrations--perfect for preschoolers! Set sail with the adventurous, fearless Vikings! This informative Little Golden Book is full of great information about everything from the boats they sailed and clothes they wore to the gods they worshipped and the feasts they enjoyed. 24 pages. Hardcover. Ages 2-5.

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Night Iowa

Night-Night Iowa

A Sweet Goodnight Board Book for Kids and Toddlers Board book It's time to turn out the lights and say "night-night" to Iowa with this bedtime baby book featuring landmarks and locations in the Hawkeye State! It's bedtime in Iowa! Say goodnight and wish sweet dreams to Iowa's most iconic sights and landmarks, including the Sioux City Arts Center, the Orange City Windmill, Riverwalk Bridge, and many more. Children and parents alike will be delighted to spot their state's landmarks and landscapes

$9.99

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Njuta: The Swedish Art of Savoring the Moment

The author of the popular Lagom introduces another Scandinavian concept—njuta (pronounced nyutah), the Swedish art of consciously appreciating everyday experiences, that embodies the idea “to enjoy, to delight in, to savor a moment.” “Fear less, hope more; eat less, chew more; whine less, breathe more; talk less, say more; love more; and all good things are yours.”—Swedish proverb The Danes taught us how to embrace coziness and contentment. Now, the Swedes show us how to pause and savor the mome

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Nordic Knits with Birger Berge

29-year-old Norwegian Birger Berge has become something of a social celebrity from sharing pictures of his knitting on Instagram. The Bergen-based knitter has built a global following of almost 36,800 on the photo sharing platform. Breathe new life into Norwegian tradition with one of Norway's hottest knit designers. Birger Berge is a study in apparent contradictions: he's a trained historian ... and an Instagram star—a trend-setting contemporary knitter ... who's deeply passionate about traditi

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Norse Mythology

Master storyteller Neil Gaiman's best-selling book of Norse Mythology is now available in paperback! Neil Gaiman has long been inspired by ancient mythology in creating the fantastical realms of his fiction. Now he turns his attention back to the source, presenting a bravura rendition of the great northern tales. In Norse Mythology, Gaiman stays true to the myths in envisioning the major Norse pantheon: Odin, the highest of the high, wise, daring, and cunning; Thor, Odin’s son, incredibly strong

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Norse Mythology for Kids: Tales of Gods, Creatures, and Quests

Discover the heroes and monsters from Norse mythology—legends and stories for kids 8 to 12 What is more awesome than the hammer-wielding thunder-god, Thor; the Queen of Asgard and all-knowing goddess, Frigg; or the gigantic sea serpent, Jormungand? Norse Mythology for Kids transports you into the Nordic lands where extraordinary creatures like giants, dwarfs, elves, and monsters walked among fearless gods and goddesses. With vividly detailed illustrations that pair with each myth, you’ll feel li

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Northwomen: Untold Stories from the Other Half of the Viking World

For fans of provocative history and “Game of Thrones” alike, this revisionist narrative reveals how the little-known women of the Viking era shaped their world. Until Scandinavia converted to Christianity and came under the rule of powerful kings, the Vikings were a dominant force in the medieval world. Outfitted with wind-powered sailing ships, they left their mark, spreading terror across Europe, sacking cities, deposing kings, and ransacking entire economies. After the Vikings, the world was

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