Myths of the Norsemen: From the Eddas and Sagas
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Over the centuries, Northern mythology has exerted much influence on Western customs, language, and literature. Its principal theme of the perpetual struggle of the beneficent forces of nature against the injurious, and its twin characteristics of dark tragedy and grim humor, tinge much European literature and music, most notably Wagner’s Ring Cycle. In this volume, a noted scholar of myth and folklore has assembled a rich collection of Northern mythology as preserved in the Eddas and sagas of Iceland. These are perhaps the purest versions of the original myths, thanks to the island’s remoteness and lack of contact with outside influences. Both grand and tragical, the age-old tales tell of the creation of the world; the heroic deeds of such gods and heroes as Odin, Thor, and Siegfried; the machinations of the evil Loki; the fantastical adventures of giants, dwarfs, and elves; the twilight of the gods; and much else. Sixty-four marvelous, atmospheric illustrations add an additional dimension of charm. In this convenient, reliable edition, Myths of the Norsemen offers not only hours of reading entertainment but also valuable insights into the nature and meaning of myth and how it constitutes part of the deep and ancient wellspring of Western culture. Review: Will buy again - This is one of my favorites. The book was as described and got here fast! Review: required reading! - If you are new to Asatru or the heathen faiths, or just want to learn more about the Norse and Viking gods, this is required reading. Easily understood with little or no outside understanding required, this book tells the stories of my ancestors in simple words, causing no frantic dashes to a dictionary. Entertaining and comedic at times, and it will even bring a tear to your eye once or twice.
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| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 179 Reviews |
L**E
Will buy again
This is one of my favorites. The book was as described and got here fast!
B**S
required reading!
If you are new to Asatru or the heathen faiths, or just want to learn more about the Norse and Viking gods, this is required reading. Easily understood with little or no outside understanding required, this book tells the stories of my ancestors in simple words, causing no frantic dashes to a dictionary. Entertaining and comedic at times, and it will even bring a tear to your eye once or twice.
A**.
Amazing book
Bought this book for my husband. We are Odinist's and this book is an amazing addition to our little growing library.
B**S
Like an old friend
Had this book years ago and read the living crap out of it. Loaned it out and that was the last time I seen it. Finally decided to stock up my Germanic folk tale section of my personal library and had to have it again. While there is some minor variations with her telling and others, I still love it and it takes me back to the time spent earlier in life learning about my ancestors beliefs!
S**G
Required Reading
This is another book that I will rate as "required reading" for anyone interested in Wotanism/Odinism/Heathenry. A good, solid grounding in the beliefs of our ancestors is really a must for anyone following the Path, and this book is one of the best at providing that grounding.
C**Y
Very Interesting. Great Read
Bought this book for a STEAL on via Amazon's Warehouse deals and found the part of it that I read to be very interesting. It now has a home at my family's north Georgia cabin. Very interesting stories. Great read.
A**R
FIRST BOOK I READ 4 YEARS AGO WHEN I HAD ...
FIRST BOOK I READ 4 YEARS AGO WHEN I HAD MY AWAKENING, SO I BOUGHT IT TO GIFT A FRIEND, SO THEY MAY EMBRACE THE KNOWLEDGE AND KNOW THE GODS ARE REAL
C**.
Asatru'
Great book for the aspiring Asatru' or Odinist. It's a must read. I've read it several times. Lost my old copy and had to buy it again!
A**A
Elogio
Muito interessante!
A**Y
This is the best book on Norse mythology.
Best book on Norse Mythology. I love it.
S**N
One of my new fav books
Got this on sale and absolutely happy with this piece this one stays to the original sagas and norse mythology so glad to have bought this to add to my collection definitely recommend if anyone hasn't got this one yet thinking of waiting for it to go on sale again to get for one of my friends who is also interested so definitely would buy from again came in great shape too :)
E**E
Five Stars
Super book.
B**R
Bringing the Norse Gods and Godesses to life!
This book makes Norse Mythology easy to understand and captivating to read. I especially appreciated the larger font, and the many gorgeous illustrations throughout. Well done!
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