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I found this translation very easy to follow with the added benefit of having clear descriptions of each tale prior to reading them. I recommend this to anyone looking to start reading Norse mythology as I found it very easy to follow. With that in mind, I would also recommend this for those who have read much more. I especially liked the appendix (The Cowboy Havamal) which rounded the book off nicely.
Having watched the film a while ago I decided to give this a read. I found the characters were well developed and the story was pretty captivating.
For those like me who wondered if there are any big differences between the film and the book, without giving too much away, the book plot splits off from the film just over halfway through reading, there are of course differences throughout so I am really talking about the overall general tone and plot in comparison to the film. Although it is similar in its context the book expands more on the events that happen at the end of the film and I personally felt that the story had a much more desperate feel to it and found myself much more connected to the characters sense of hopelessness.
Really enjoyed this and will read more from the author in the future.