The Saga of Erik the Viking facts for kids
First edition
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| Author | Terry Jones |
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| Illustrator | Michael Foreman |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Children's literature |
| Publisher | Pavilion Books |
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Publication date
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1983 |
| Pages | 144 pp |
| ISBN | 0-907516-23-8 |
| OCLC | 60047974 |
The Saga of Erik the Viking is an exciting children's book. It was written by the Welsh comedian Terry Jones and illustrated by Michael Foreman. The book came out in 1983. Michael Foreman even won an award, the Greenaway Medal, for his amazing pictures! This award celebrates the best-illustrated children's book in Britain each year.
The story is about a brave Viking warrior named Erik. He lived a very long time ago. Erik and his crew sail on their ship, the Golden Dragon. Their big adventure is to find a mysterious land where the sun goes to sleep every night.
Contents
Book's Story: Erik's Quest
The main character, Erik, is a Viking who is tired of the violence and fighting. He wants to find a peaceful place. So, he gathers his crew and sets off on a journey across the sea. They are looking for the land where the sun sets.
During their travels, Erik and his men face many challenges. They meet strange creatures and visit unusual places. The book is full of adventure, humor, and imagination. It teaches readers about courage and exploring new worlds.
Adaptations: From Book to Screen and Game
The Saga of Erik the Viking was so popular that it was turned into other forms of entertainment.
Film Adaptation: Erik the Viking
The book was made into a movie in 1989. It was called Erik the Viking. Terry Jones, the author of the book, also directed this film. The movie was a bit different from the book, but it kept the adventurous spirit. It showed Erik's journey to find a new world.
Computer Game: A Different Adventure
In 1984, a computer adventure game was released. It had the same name, Erik the Viking. This game was created by a company called Level 9 Computing. It was published by Mosaic Publishing. Interestingly, the game had a completely different story from the book and the movie. Players could go on new adventures with Erik.
Comic Book Version
The film also inspired a comic book. This comic book was made by Graham Thompson. It brought the movie's story to life in pictures and speech bubbles.
