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The Edda

The Edda

Faraday, Winifred

Hardcover

Religion General Fiction AnthologiesEastern European History

ISBN10: 116140452X
ISBN13: 9781161404524
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 116
Weight: 1.24
Height: 0.31 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
The Edda is a book written by Winifred Faraday that explores the Norse mythology and legends of ancient Scandinavia. The book is divided into two parts, the first part being the Prose Edda, which is a collection of stories and myths of the gods and goddesses of Norse mythology. The second part is the Poetic Edda, which is a compilation of ancient poems that tell the tales of the gods and their heroic deeds. Faraday provides a comprehensive introduction to the world of Norse mythology, explaining the origins of the gods and their place in the world. She delves into the complex relationships between the gods and their interactions with the mortal world, as well as the various creatures and monsters that exist in this mythology. The book also provides a detailed analysis of the different themes and motifs that are present in Norse mythology, including the idea of fate and the concept of heroism. Faraday also explores the influence of Norse mythology on modern culture, including literature, art, and popular media. Overall, The Edda is an informative and engaging exploration of Norse mythology that is accessible to both scholars and general readers alike. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient mythology and legends.1902. This volume contains No. 12 and 13 of the Popular Studies in Mythology, Romance and Folklore, and represents The Edda I and II, The Divine Mythology of the North and The Heroic Mythology of the North.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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