Carolyne Larrington
The Norse Myths: A Guide to the Gods and Heroes
- ISBN 13:
- 9780500251966
- author:
- Carolyne Larrington
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Thames and Hudson Ltd 01 edition
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 208
- Dimensions:
- 14.2 x 2.8 x 20.3 cm
- Genre:
- Society, Politics & Philosophy, Social Sciences, Anthropology, Carolyne Larrington,The Norse Myths: A Guide to the Gods and Heroes,Thames and Hudson Ltd,0500251967,Social Studies: General,Europe - Scandinavia,Folklore & Mythology,Social Science,Socio
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Norse Myths: A Guide to Viking and Scandinavian Gods and Heroes Explore the legendary world of the Viking gods, from the mighty Asyr to the mysterious Vanir, and discover the myths that shaped their cosmos. This comprehensive guide brings the Norse myths to life through translations from Old Norse and photographs of Norse sites and objects. Dr. Carolyne Larrington delves into the origins of the Norse myths in pre-Christian Scandinavia and Iceland, and their survival in archaeological artifacts and written sources. She reveals how these myths have influenced art, literature, and popular culture, including the work of famous authors and creators. Through its pages, The Norse Myths offers a fascinating glimpse into the Norse cosmos, from the creation myths to the prophesied end of the world, and everything in between.
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