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Join Billy Goats Gruff for an adventure of epic proportions! This is the legendary story of three billy goats who set out in search of utopia. The journey was preserved by generations through Scandinavian folklore. Even so, this fabled tale of good and evil is only part of a greater adventure, which was lost. It has now been found, and the saga of the three goats is finally available in its entirety.

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A thoughtful and engaging tale that uses the fable of the Three Billy Goats Gruff to probe philosophical questions which are deeply relevant for our times. IndieReader. Billy Goats Gruff is a delightful tale of three brothers with distinct personalities who gain valuable life lessons as they come of age on their adventure. Steeped in rich Scandanavian folklore, Roar Alexander Mikalsen's novella can be enjoyed by children and adults alike. Despite looking simplistic on the surface, there is a certain measure of depth and gravitas to the story. The characters feel likable, and Roar Alexander Mikalsen provides them with some beautiful arcs. For example, after all the hardships, the middle brother learns to let go of his anger, the youngest discovers his inherent courage, and the Troll finds redemption. If you're looking for a short adventure story about siblings and growing up, then Billy Goats Gruff is just the book for you. Pikasho Deka for Readers' Favorite Billy Goats Gruff is written in allegorical fashion, with all the main characters being animals and a deeper layer of meaning embedded in the simple tale. I really enjoyed the social commentary, rendered somewhat comic because the civilization was composed of animals. Roar Mikalsen weaves a tale of myth and magic, complete with undertones of equity and harmony. Billy Goats Gruff continues to explore layers of meaning, and when the middle brother is eager to fight, the combatant mindset is challenged by the little brother's effort toward reconciliation. Billy Goats Gruff is for anyone who has ever wondered what it really means to resolve wrongs and live happily ever after. Cecelia Hopkins for Readers' Favorite Billy Goats Gruff: The Origin by Roar Alexander Mikalsen . . . expands the universe of Billy Goats Gruff with complex ideas, and for that reason, it is more suited for teens and older readers. It is an interesting twist which in some ways reflects current society while still retaining its mythological background. Bruce Arrington for Readers' Favorite As with the shorter version, there is an underlying message of empowerment in Roar Alexander Mikalsen's retelling in Billy Goats Gruff, but the added layering modernizes the message in compelling ways. The choices that the three goats face reach beyond the mere confrontation with a bully. It also looks at the many faces of courage, examines the power of compassion, and the yearning for redemption. Each billy goat is blessed with different strengths and weaknesses. The oldest leads with his strength, wisdom, and introspection. The middle goat dreams and blusters, not unlike an awkward teenager testing the boundaries of his world. Of the three, the littlest goat is most relatable. Although timid and fearful at first, he possesses an unquenchable loyalty and the ability to connect empathically with the hearts of others. As each goat might represent a different stage in a child's development and emotional landscape, their thoughts and actions will give young readers the chance to grow into the story and to grow with it. Carine Engelbrecht for Readers' Favorite

The lives of the three goats and the allegorical meaning behind their journey is sure to fascinate intended readers and keep them at the edges of their seats as they read on. We especially enjoyed the worldbuilding in the novel, and the various layers of animals, myths, and magic that make up this third ring in the universe.

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Mikalsen is the author of six books which are changing the world one at a time. His authorship covers a large area ranging from cosmology, mysticism, self-help, and consciousness research to power politics, human rights law, drug policy, constitutional interpretation, and social engineering. He is the founder of the Alliance for Rights-Oriented Drug Policies (AROD), an organization which addresses drug policy reform from a perspective of human rights and a nominee of two prestigious human rights awards (Vaclav Havel and Martin Ennals). A platform for his work is Life Liberty Productions, a publishing house and consulting agency dedicated to the Spirit of Freedom. You will find books that are embraced by professionals and have the potential to bring humanity one step further on the online store lifelibertybooks.com

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