Norse religion and mythology

The Old English epic poem Beowulf has an established reputation as a canonical text.

This volume is the first book-length study of masculinities in the Sagas of Icelanders.

As the Vikings began to migrate overseas as raiders or settlers in the late eighth century, there is evidence that this new way of life, centred on warfare, commerce and exploration, brought with it a warrior ethos that gradually became codified in the Viking myths, notably in the cult of Odin, the god of war, magic and poetry, and chief god in the Norse pantheon.

This text contains 'The Prose Edda' - the wellspring of modern knowledge of Norse Mythology.

The Old English epic poem Beowulf has an established reputation as a canonical text.

Why did the Vikings sail to England?

Learn the basics of runes and how to use them to reveal the future and make your life better and more enjoyable.

Ever since the rise of science and the scientific method in the seventeenth century, we have rejected mythology as the product of superstitious and primitive minds.

A Refreshing and Rethinking Retrieval of Greek Thinking presents a rereading and rethinking of Greek philosophy in an attempt to retrieve an essential thread in Greek thinking that has been covered over for many centuries - beginning with the late Greeks, then Christianity, and then rationalism - and misrepresented by mistranslations from the seventeenth century onward .

In every whisper of the wind and rustle of the leaves lies a story waiting to be heard.

This volume is the first book-length study of masculinities in the Sagas of Icelanders.

The Inuit are a familiar part of Canadian identity but also exotic residing in the remote Arctic.

Tritt ein in die Welt von Odin und Thor und begib dich auf eine dunkle und fantasievolle Reise in den nordischen Götterhimmel der alten Wikinger.

Old Norse literature abounds with descriptions of magic acts that allow ritual specialists of various kinds to manipulate the world around them, see into the future or the distant past, change weather conditions, influence the outcomes of battles, and more.

This early work of poetry is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition.

A guide to Iceland's rich literary heritage - from Norse witches to contemporary crime fiction.

This early work by William Morris was originally published in 1899 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography.

Immerse yourself in the rich history and mysticism of Nordic legends and engage with them first hand with this elegantly designed guide.

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive.

This early work by William Morris was originally published in 1899 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography.

In the following grand and ancient lay, dating most probably from the time of heathenism, are set forth, as the utterances of a Vala, or wandering prophetess, as above described, the story of the creation of the world from chaos, of the origin of the giants, the gods, the dwarfs, and the human race, together with other events relating to the mythology of the North, and ending with the destruction of the gods and the world, and their renewal.

Ginnungagap, the Gaping Abyss, was once what separated the realms of Ice and Fire, keeping them in balance and sparing the other realms from their ravages.

The Aesir are dead, and the Vanir, now uncontested in their divinity, come to claim what is left of the Nine Realms.

This antiquarian book comprises a manual of Norse mythology adapted from the work of Dr.

'A terrific, detailed introduction of these wonderful stories and the pantheon of characters in them .

Exciting stories, extraordinary creatures, and compelling gods, goddesses, and heroes come together in this compendium of Norse myths - first told long ago by the Vikings.

Tauche ein in die faszinierende Welt der europäischen Schöpfungsmythen und entdecke die vielfältigen Legenden, die die Ursprünge unserer Welt und Menschheit beschreiben.

The Aesir are dead, and the Vanir, now uncontested in their divinity, come to claim what is left of the Nine Realms.

The Inuit are a familiar part of Canadian identity but also exotic residing in the remote Arctic.

THE DEFINITIVE AND COMPREHENSIVE RETELLING OF NORSE MYTHOLOGY 'Burning ice, biting flame; that is how life began' The extraordinary Scandinavian myth cycle is one of the most enduring, exciting, dramatic and compelling of the world's great stories.

This early work by William Morris was originally published in 1899 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography.

Discover the gods, goddesses, and heroes from Norse mythology with this beautiful handbook that captures the ancient stories that captivated the Vikings.

The great Norse Myths are among the most dramatic and unforgettable stories in all human history.

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Der Adler – majestätisch, kraftvoll und geheimnisvoll – hat seit jeher die menschliche Fantasie beflügelt.

Ginnungagap, the Gaping Abyss, was once what separated the realms of Ice and Fire, keeping them in balance and sparing the other realms from their ravages.

A Refreshing and Rethinking Retrieval of Greek Thinking presents a rereading and rethinking of Greek philosophy in an attempt to retrieve an essential thread in Greek thinking that has been covered over for many centuries - beginning with the late Greeks, then Christianity, and then rationalism - and misrepresented by mistranslations from the seventeenth century onward .

Why did the Vikings sail to England?

This stunning collection of images celebrates the remarkable career of Burnis Mac McCloud, Denvers premiere Black photographer between 1950 and 1980.

From Loki to Thor, Ragnarok to BeowulfA gripping and truly mesmerising delve into the Norse legendsFrom bestselling books to blockbusting Hollywood movies, the myths of the Scandinavian gods and heroes are part of the modern day landscape.

THE FIRST ADULT NOVEL BY THE CARNEGIE PRIZE WINNING AUTHOR OF JUNK'A spirited retelling.

This study shows some of the ways in which medieval Scandinavians received and re-interpreted pre-Christian religion.

This vintage book contains a comprehensive encyclopaedia of ancient Scandinavian mythology.