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Author : Rudolf Simek
Publisher : Boydell & Brewer
Page : 424 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0859915131
Over 1700 entries cover mythology and religion of heathen Germanic tribes: Scandinavians, Goths, Angles and Saxons, 1500 BC-1000 AD.
Author : Andy Orchard
Publisher : Burns & Oates
Page : 223 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Reference
ISBN : 0304345202
A fascinating and comprehensive A-Z guide to the myths and legends of northern Europe. Recounts the major sagas and legends, from Baldrs draumar to Volsunga saga. Describes the gods, goddesses, giants, dwarfs and other supernatural creatures of Northern myth. Details the cosmology of the Norse world, from Asgard, home of the gods, to Niflheim, the place of freezing mists, to Hel, the land of the dead. Explores a wide range of related topics, such as amulets, magic, runes, and the rite of the blood-eagle. It considers a wide range of historical and literary sources, from the Latin of Tacitus to the Icelandic of Snorri Sturluson.
Author : Andy Orchard
Publisher : Burns & Oates
Page : 223 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 1999-03-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0304351342
This is an A-Z guide to the mythology of the Vikings, with over 400 articles covering myths, gods and goddesses, giants, dwarves, elves and other supernatural creatures. It aims to provide an insight into a folklore tradition which has inspired talents as diverse as Wagner and Tolkien. A general historical introduction provides an overall perspective, and background material on the archaeology and social framework of the Norse world is provided.
Author : John Lindow
Publisher : OUP USA
Page : 382 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2002-09-19
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780195153828
Provides information on the gods, heroes, rituals, beliefs, symbols, and stories of Norse mythology.
Author : Andrew Orchard
Publisher : Weidenfeld & Nicolson
Page : 522 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2022-11-10
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781399601429
From Loki to Thor, Ragnarok to Beowulf A gripping and truly mesmerising delve into the Norse legends From bestselling books to blockbusting Hollywood movies, the myths of the Scandinavian gods and heroes are part of the modern day landscape. For over a millennium before the arrival of Christianity, the legends permeated everyday life in Iceland and the northern reaches of Europe. Since that time, they have been perpetuated in literature and the arts in forms as diverse as Tolkien and Wagner, graphic novels to the world of Marvel. This book covers the entire cast of supernatural beings, from gods to trolls, heroes to monsters, and deals with the social and historical background to the myths, topics such as burial rites, sacrificial practices and runes.
Author : Douglas Athon Rossman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 63 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1983
Category : Mythology, Norse
ISBN : LCCN:83212496
Author : William M. Johnston
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 330 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2014-01-27
Category : Reference
ISBN : 9781135923020
First Published in 1998. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
Author : Ja Coleman
Publisher : Arcturus Editions
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2020-03
Category : Literary Criticism
ISBN : 1789508606
Who was Artemis and what part did she play in the battle of the Giants? Who was the whale-monster Qaqwaii and how did he hunt his prey? This dictionary of mythology is a wonderful and invaluable reference guide to the various myths and legends from across the globe. Dip into this A-Z guide to discover the names of devious gods, enchanted objects and ancient cities, as well as the cultures that these tales originate from. These myths are taken not only from the familiar Greek, Roman and Norse traditions but also Mesopotamian, Haitian, Tibetan, Native American and many more. Painstakingly researched over 25 years, this incredible resource provides more than just scholarly information but also showcases the staggering creativity and imagination of our ancient belief systems. This beautiful hardback edition is presented in a handsome slipcase, making a perfect collectable or gift for any mythology enthusiasts.
Author : Facts On File, Incorporated
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 143 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Civilization, Ancient
ISBN : 9781438128016
Alphabetically listed entries identify and explain the characters, events, important places, and other aspects of Norse mythology.
Author : Philip Wilkinson
Publisher : DK Children
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Mythology
ISBN : 0756620171
Identifies key gods, goddesses, heroes, heroines, themes, and symbols from the mythologies of the world.
Author : Arthur Cotterell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1979
Category : Mythology
ISBN : 9780192177476
Author : Daniel McCoy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 318 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2016-06-01
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1533393036
The Viking Spirit is an introduction to Norse mythology like no other. As you'd expect from Daniel McCoy, the creator of the enduringly popular website Norse Mythology for Smart People (Norse-Mythology.org), it's written to scholarly standards, but in a simple, clear, and entertaining style that's easy to understand and a pleasure to read. It includes gripping retellings of no less than 34 epic Norse myths - more than any other book in the field - while also providing an equally comprehensive overview of the fascinating Viking religion of which Norse mythology was a part. You'll learn about the Vikings' gods and goddesses, their concept of fate, their views on the afterlife, their moral code, how they thought the universe was structured, how they practiced their religion, the role that magic played in their lives, and much more. With its inclusion of the latest groundbreaking research in the field, The Viking Spirit is the ultimate introduction to the timeless splendor of Norse mythology and religion for the 21st Century.
Author : Claude Lecouteux
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2016-06-16
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 9781620554814
A thorough reference to the many deities, magical beings, mythical places, and ancient customs of the Norse and Germanic regions of Europe • Explores the legends and origins of well-known gods and figures such as Odin, Thor, Krampus, and the Valkyries, as well as a broad range of magical beings such as the Elf King, the Lorelei, the Perchten, dwarves, trolls, and giants • Draws upon a wealth of well-known and rare sources, such as the Poetic Edda and The Deeds of the Danes by Saxo Grammaticus • Examines folktales, myths, and magical beliefs from Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Denmark, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Iceland, and England The legends of the Norse and Germanic regions of Europe--spanning from Germany and Austria across Scandinavia to Iceland and England--include a broad range of mythical characters and places, from Odin and Thor, to berserkers and Valhalla, to the Valkyries and Krampus. In this encyclopedia, Claude Lecouteux explores the origins, connections, and tales behind many gods, goddesses, magical beings, rituals, folk customs, and mythical places of Norse and Germanic tradition. More than a reference to the Aesir and the Vanir pantheons, this encyclopedia draws upon a wealth of well-known and rare sources, such as the Poetic Edda, the Saga of Ynglingar by Snorri Sturluson, and The Deeds of the Danes by Saxo Grammaticus. Beyond the famous and infamous Norse gods and goddesses, Lecouteux also provides information on lesser-known figures from ancient Germanic pagan tradition such as the Elf King, the Lorelei, the Perchten, land spirits, fairies, dwarves, trolls, goblins, bogeymen, giants, and many other beings who roam the wild, as well as lengthy articles on well-known figures and events such as Siegfried (Sigurd in Norse) and Ragnarök. The author describes the worship of the elements and trees, details many magical rituals, and shares wild folktales from ancient Europe, such as the strange adventure of Peter Schlemihl and the tale of the Cursed Huntsman. He also dispels the false beliefs that have arisen from the Nazi hijacking of Germanic mythology and from its longtime suppression by Christianity. Complete with rare illustrations and information from obscure sources appearing for the first time in English, this detailed reference work represents an excellent resource for scholars and those seeking to reconnect to their pagan pasts and restore the old religion.
Author : John Lindow
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2002-10-17
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0199839697
Norse Mythology explores the magical myths and legends of Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Iceland and Viking-Age Greenland and outlines the way the prehistoric tales and beliefs from these regions that have remained embedded in the imagination of the world. The book begins with an Introduction that helps put Scandinavian mythology in place in history, followed by a chapter that explains the meaning of mythic time, and a third section that presents in-depth explanations of each mythological term. These fascinating entries identify particular deities and giants, as well as the places where they dwell and the varied and wily means by which they forge their existence and battle one another. We meet Thor, one of the most powerful gods, who specializes in killing giants using a hammer made for him by dwarfs, not to mention myriad trolls, ogres, humans and strange animals. We learn of the ongoing struggle between the gods, who create the cosmos, and the jötnar, or giants, who aim to destroy it. In the enchanted world where this mythology takes place, we encounter turbulent rivers, majestic mountains, dense forests, storms, fierce winters, eagles, ravens, salmon and snakes in a landscape closely resembling Scandinavia. Beings travel on ships and on horseback; they eat slaughtered meat and drink mead. Spanning from the inception of the universe and the birth of human beings to the universe's destruction and the mythic future, these sparkling tales of creation and destruction, death and rebirth, gods and heroes will entertain readers and offer insight into the relationship between Scandinavian myth, history, and culture.
Author : Andy Orchard
Publisher : Weidenfeld & Nicolson
Page : 500 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Legends
ISBN : UOM:49015002827344
A comprehensive survey of Norse myth features Scandinavian gods and trolls, heroes and monsters, lands and beliefs, in more than 1,000 entries, photos, charts, and quotations.