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alandd's review against another edition
5.0
A great introduction by the hand of a great author. I admire Morgan and how complex things become simple and easy to understand when their name is involved. Amazing.
oisin175's review
informative
medium-paced
3.0
A good primer but I think there could have been more useful information looking at some of the surrounding cultures. Overall this is a fine book for beginners but not very helpful beyond that.
annarella's review against another edition
4.0
I like the books written by this author and I liked this one.
It's informative, well written and it help to learn more about Thor.
I liked the style of writing and how well researched and informative this book is.
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine
It's informative, well written and it help to learn more about Thor.
I liked the style of writing and how well researched and informative this book is.
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine
annarella's review
4.0
I like the books written by this author and I liked this one.
It's informative, well written and it help to learn more about Thor.
I liked the style of writing and how well researched and informative this book is.
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine
It's informative, well written and it help to learn more about Thor.
I liked the style of writing and how well researched and informative this book is.
Recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine
deearr's review
5.0
It wasn’t hard to decide to choose this new offering from Morgan Daimler. I have previously read other books from this author and have found her writing to be very accessible. My knowledge of the pagan world is limited, and other books in this genre felt heavy and cumbersome.
I found Pagan Portals – Thor to be a great introduction to the Norse God of Thunder. Like many others, my knowledge of Thor is heavily tainted by the modern versions of him (comic books, movies) and I was happy to find a book that would educate as well as entertain. No matter what your religious beliefs, she is respectful of them. Her sources include both Norse and Germanic cultures and she has included a wide range of scholars and others in order to provide a solid base of understanding.
Ms. Daimler provides plenty of stories and legends, all in easy-to-read English (there is no struggling to decipher an ancient collection of verses filled with heavy dialect). “Pagan Portals – Thor” accomplishes what it set out to do, which is to give the reader an introduction to the world of Thor. It is not meant to be a complete book about Thor; rather, it covers many different topics and then offers more material for us to pursue. The information has plenty of footnotes to back up the author’s research. Along with the Bibliography, Ms. Daimler offers books and websites for us to continue our education. Even more fun are the musical recommendations (it’s metal, so if you are not a fan, you probably want to skip those). This is a quick read that is certain to dispel some of the beliefs you have about Thor. Five stars.
My thanks to NetGalley and Moon Books for an advance electronic copy of this title.
I found Pagan Portals – Thor to be a great introduction to the Norse God of Thunder. Like many others, my knowledge of Thor is heavily tainted by the modern versions of him (comic books, movies) and I was happy to find a book that would educate as well as entertain. No matter what your religious beliefs, she is respectful of them. Her sources include both Norse and Germanic cultures and she has included a wide range of scholars and others in order to provide a solid base of understanding.
Ms. Daimler provides plenty of stories and legends, all in easy-to-read English (there is no struggling to decipher an ancient collection of verses filled with heavy dialect). “Pagan Portals – Thor” accomplishes what it set out to do, which is to give the reader an introduction to the world of Thor. It is not meant to be a complete book about Thor; rather, it covers many different topics and then offers more material for us to pursue. The information has plenty of footnotes to back up the author’s research. Along with the Bibliography, Ms. Daimler offers books and websites for us to continue our education. Even more fun are the musical recommendations (it’s metal, so if you are not a fan, you probably want to skip those). This is a quick read that is certain to dispel some of the beliefs you have about Thor. Five stars.
My thanks to NetGalley and Moon Books for an advance electronic copy of this title.
elaesa's review
4.0
I had not previously read anything by Morgan Daimler but, having been active in pagan communities for over a decade I had come across the name many times. While I am not involved in heathenry I have always been interested in Scandinavia and Norse mythology so I was excited to see this book available for review.
Pagan Portals – Thor is an excellent source for anyone starting to explore heathenry as both a modern and ancient practice. The writing is easy to understand and follow but flows very well. Daimler is able to cover a wide range of topics in very few words and provides a diverse bibliography so that readers can choose which direction to go next. The text itself is also full of recommendations from the author on how to learn more about certain topics.
I greatly appreciated the author's willingness to discuss the flaws in source material and the inconsistencies that exist in many of the surviving myths and legends. The inclusion of both academic sources and anecdotes from many different cultures provides the reader with a more complete view of the god Thor as he was and as he is today. I am happy to have had the opportunity to read and review this book and look forward to reading more by Morgan Daimler and on the topic of Thor.
Pagan Portals – Thor is an excellent source for anyone starting to explore heathenry as both a modern and ancient practice. The writing is easy to understand and follow but flows very well. Daimler is able to cover a wide range of topics in very few words and provides a diverse bibliography so that readers can choose which direction to go next. The text itself is also full of recommendations from the author on how to learn more about certain topics.
I greatly appreciated the author's willingness to discuss the flaws in source material and the inconsistencies that exist in many of the surviving myths and legends. The inclusion of both academic sources and anecdotes from many different cultures provides the reader with a more complete view of the god Thor as he was and as he is today. I am happy to have had the opportunity to read and review this book and look forward to reading more by Morgan Daimler and on the topic of Thor.
cashollinger's review
5.0
**Thank you Netgalley and publisher for giving me an electronic ARC copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.**
As a norse pagan myself, I really loved this book. I enjoyed learning about the prayers to Thor and the author's history with norse paganism. I also loved the book recommendations for learning more about my religion. I recommend this book to anyone that is interested in norse paganism and Thor.
As a norse pagan myself, I really loved this book. I enjoyed learning about the prayers to Thor and the author's history with norse paganism. I also loved the book recommendations for learning more about my religion. I recommend this book to anyone that is interested in norse paganism and Thor.
traeumenvonbuechern's review
informative
inspiring
4.75
[The ARC of this book was provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.]
- I never read a book by Morgan Daimler before, and I didn't really know what to expect from this book. I only picked it up because I felt Thor reaching out to me a few months ago and I wanted to learn more about him.
- I love this book! It's very short, easy to read and it covers a lot of topics such as Thor in mythology, Thor's family, symbols, Thor in the modern world, and some tips for worshipping Thor.
- I already know a lot about Norse mythology, but I still learned a lot of new things.
- I really liked the "Thor in my life" section at the end of each chapter.
- There are also prayers, poems, a guided meditation to connect with Thor and lots of resources.
- After reading this book I will definitely try to learn more about Thor and maybe start worshipping him!
- I never read a book by Morgan Daimler before, and I didn't really know what to expect from this book. I only picked it up because I felt Thor reaching out to me a few months ago and I wanted to learn more about him.
- I love this book! It's very short, easy to read and it covers a lot of topics such as Thor in mythology, Thor's family, symbols, Thor in the modern world, and some tips for worshipping Thor.
- I already know a lot about Norse mythology, but I still learned a lot of new things.
- I really liked the "Thor in my life" section at the end of each chapter.
- There are also prayers, poems, a guided meditation to connect with Thor and lots of resources.
- After reading this book I will definitely try to learn more about Thor and maybe start worshipping him!
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