The Poetic Edda

Stories of the Norse Gods and Heroes

Autori

• Jackson Crawford

Parametri

• 288 pagine
• 11 ore di lettura

• Narrativa
• Poesia
• Saggistica
• Tema stórico
• Temi religiosi

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This modern English translation of the Poetic Edda brings to life the significant historical and mythological texts from a 13th-century Icelandic manuscript. It offers crucial insights into the gods and heroes of pre-Christian Scandinavia, including their worldview on creation and destruction. Jackson Crawford's authoritative and engaging interpretations are complemented by headnotes and a general introduction, providing readers with essential context to appreciate Viking beliefs, motivations, and values.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2015

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