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The Elder Eddas of Saemund Sigfusson; and the Younger Eddas of Snorre Sturleson - Exploring Norse Mythology and Viking Sagas - cover

The Elder Eddas of Saemund Sigfusson; and the Younger Eddas of Snorre Sturleson - Exploring Norse Mythology and Viking Sagas

Snorri Sturluson, fróði Sæmundur

Translator Benjamin Thorpe, I.A. Blackwell

Publisher: Good Press

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Summary

The Elder Eddas of Saemund Sigfusson and the Younger Eddas of Snorre Sturleson stands as a monumental collection bridging the ancient mythological, poetic, and cultural sagas of Norse literature. This anthology offers a spectrum of narratives that range from intricate mythopoetic lays to vibrant prose exploring Norse cosmology, heroics, and the divine pantheon. The works serve not only as a window into the Viking Age but also illustrate the evolution of oral tradition to recorded literary forms, showcasing a blend of styles that capture the ethereal to the epic, the allegorical to the historic. Compiled by Snorri Sturluson and Sæmundur fróði, these eddas embody the scholarly endeavors of two pivotal figures in the preservation of Icelandic heritage. Both authors were instrumental in chronicling the lore and traditions of a waning Norse paganism at a time when Christian influences were on the rise. Their contributions draw from diverse cultural and historical narratives, uniting voices from the medieval Norse world and thus creating a composite picture of Viking-age thought. These collected works align with broader movements of medieval literature, emphasizing the transmission and continuity of mythic threads over generations. Readers are invited to immerse themselves in this compendium for a profound exploration of Norse thought and artistry. It serves as an invaluable resource, offering the breadth of insight that comes from varied narrative voices, reflecting the richness and complexity of the ancestral Norse world. An experience of both educational merit and literary delight, this anthology enriches one's understanding of how mythic and historical paradigms dialogically shape a culture's legacy.
Available since: 08/12/2023.
Print length: 217 pages.

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