The Last Viking
Young Josh is afraid of everything – he isn’t brave like the mighty Vikings his Pop tells him of. One day Josh decides to become a fearless Viking too. He calls himself Prince Knut, builds his own armour and sails a dragon-headed longship through stormy seas. When bullies threaten Knut, he must find the courage to defend himself – and lucky for him the Viking Gods, Odin and Thor, have been watching. They won’t let one of their own stand alone…
James and I documented the book-making process in a blog. Come behind-the-scenes and see how we put it together, from research to sketches to finished artwork.
Publisher:Fremantle Press
Illustrations :Fremantle Press
Awards
Winner. SCBWI Crystal Kite Awards 2012
Local Winner. WA Young Readers’ Book Award 2012
Shortlisted. South Australian Premier’s Award 2012
Shortlisted. Aurealis Award 2012
Shortlisted and Notable Book. Children’s Book Council Awards 2012
Winner, 2012 Children’s Book Council of Australia Junior Judges Awards, Early Childhood Book of the Year
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Teaching the importance of courage and the fun of imagination, this is a beautiful read accompanied by equally lovely illustrations
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Practical Parenting Magazine
Josh is as brave as a Viking warrior. And not much can scare a Viking. Not even bullies. But the two littlest Vikings are so fearless they think they’re invincible. When Pop takes the family to Viking world, the two littlest Vikings go beserk. Josh is in for one rocky ride as he discovers just how far he’ll go to keep them safe. .ketches to finished artwork.
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This clever story about childhood fears and overcoming them is perfectly complemented by James Foley’s colourful and humorous illustrations
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The West Australian
