The Hammer of the Gods
The Hammer of the Gods is a historical novel by John York Cabot that tells the story of the Viking Age in Scandinavia. It follows the adventures of a young Viking warrior, Bjorn, as he embarks on a quest to find the legendary hammer of the gods. Along the way, he encounters a variety of characters, including gods, monsters, and other warriors, and learns about the culture and history of the Viking people. As he travels, Bjorn discovers the secrets of the gods and the power of the hammer, and must use his newfound knowledge to save his people from destruction. The novel is a thrilling and action-packed adventure that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.
By John York Cabot · First published 1944 · Genre: Fantasy, Adventure, Historical Fiction · 2,234 words
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DEEP in the jungle the tribal drums were throbbing with savage passion, their pulsating rhythm carrying clearly to the ears of the gigantic, superbly muscled barbarian who moved in great strides along the tangled underpath.
He was a handsome creature, this barbarian. Handsome as the panther is handsome, or the man-killing tiger. Strong features, cruelly chiseled, were beneath his mat of fierce hair. His body was hard and brown, clad in the skin of a jungle cat. And yet for all the strength and power of him, he moved through the twisted underbrush with the stealthy swiftness of an animal.
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The Hammer of the Gods is listed on Textopian as a short story by John York Cabot, dated 1944 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: John York Cabot
- Date: 1944 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fantasy, Adventure, Historical Fiction, Mystery
- Length: 2,234 words
- Structure: 1 section, 69 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Fantasy — The title of the book suggests a mythical or supernatural element, which is a common feature of fantasy literature.
- Adventure — The title of the book implies a journey or quest, which is a common feature of adventure literature.
- Historical Fiction — John York Cabot is a historical figure, suggesting that the book may be set in a historical context.
- Mystery — The title of the book implies a sense of mystery or intrigue, which is a common feature of mystery literature.
Tags
mythology · fantasy · adventure · Norse · gods · epic · warriors · legends · magic · heroism · conflict · destiny