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The Oxford Book of Scandinavian Verse
Paperback
Fiction AnthologiesPoetry AnthologiesGeneral Poetry
ISBN13: 9781025890807
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 446
Weight: 1.37
Height: 0.90 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Oxford Book of Scandinavian Verse is a comprehensive and authoritative anthology that brings together the finest poetic works from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Iceland. Spanning several centuries, this collection offers a profound look into the lyrical traditions of Northern Europe, capturing the distinct cultural identities and shared literary heritage of the Scandinavian nations.
Curated by renowned scholars Sir Edmund Gosse and W. A. Craigie, the volume showcases a wide array of styles and themes, from the romanticism of the 19th century to the emerging modernist influences of the early 20th century. Readers will encounter the works of celebrated poets such as Adam Oehlenschläger, BjÃ, rnstjerne BjÃ, rnson, and Henrik Ibsen, alongside other masters of the verse. This collection serves as an essential resource for those interested in the evolution of Nordic literature and the development of poetic form across the region.
With its focus on historical and artistic merit, The Oxford Book of Scandinavian Verse provides a unique window into the soul of the North, preserving the voices that have shaped the literary landscape of Scandinavia for generations.
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