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The Elder or Poetic Edda, Commonly Known as Sæmund's Edda, Vol. 1

Description: This book delves into the captivating world of Norse mythology, presenting a collection of ancient poems known as the Poetic Edda. These lays offer a glimpse into a bygone era, where gods and giants, elves and dwarfs, clashed and coexisted in a universe governed by fate. Through vivid imagery and dramatic narratives, the poems explore themes of war and peace, love and loss, wisdom and folly. We encounter Odin, the enigmatic All-father, seeking knowledge and facing torment; Thor, the mighty thunder-god, battling giants and retrieving his stolen hammer; and Baldr, the beloved god whose death foreshadows the doom of the gods. The author skillfully weaves together these tales, revealing a complex tapestry of beliefs and traditions that shaped the worldview of the Norse people. This book offers a window into their understanding of the cosmos, their values, and their fears. By immersing ourselves in these ancient myths, we gain a deeper appreciation for the human condition and the enduring power of storytelling. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

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Original Language: English

Country/Region of Manufacture: America

Narrative Type: Nonfiction

Intended Audience: Adults

Personalize: No

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Type: textbook

Book Title: Elder or Poetic Edda, Vol. 1 : Commonly Known As Saemund's Edda (Classic Reprint)

Number of Pages: 414 Pages

Language: English

Publisher: Forgotten Books

Publication Year: 2015

Topic: Folklore & Mythology

Item Height: 0.8 in

Illustrator: Yes

Genre: Social Science

Item Weight: 19.4 Oz

Item Length: 9 in

Author: Olive Bray

Item Width: 6 in

Format: Trade Paperback

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