The name “Ragnir" likely combines Ragnarok and Mjolnir ... shaking event and Thor’s fabled hammer, come from Norse mythology. Thor was said to use Mjolnir both as a devastating throwing ...

Neil Gaiman stops by the WSJ Cafe to discuss his new book "Norse Mythology" and how his take on Thor, Odin and Loki is different from Marvel's comic book version. Photo: Getty Images Fort Knox Has ...

Norse mythology has it all—gods ... from the creation of the nine worlds to Ragnarok. Through witty and engaging prose, Gaiman brings the godsOdin, Thor, Loki, and othersto life, exploring ...