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The Poetic Edda (Oxford World'S Classics)
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The Collection Of Norseicelandic Mythological And Heroic Poetry Known As The Poetic Edda Contains The Great Narratives Of The Creation Of The World And The Coming Of Ragnarok, The Doom Of The Gods. The Mythological Poems Explore The Wisdom Of The Gods And Giants, Narrating The Adventures Of The God Thor Against The Hostile Giants And The Gods' Rivalries Amongst Themselves. The Heroic Poems Trace The Exploits Of The Hero Helgi And His Valkyrie Bride, The Tragic Tale Of Sigurd And Brynhild'S Doomed Love, And The Terrible Drama Of Sigurd'S Widow Gudrun And Her Children.Many Of The Poems Predate The Conversion Of Scandinavia To Christianity, Allowing Us To Glimpse The Pagan Beliefs Of The North. Since The Rediscovery Of The Poetic Edda In The Seventeenth Century, Its Poetry Has Fascinated Artists As Diverse As Thomas Gray, Richard Wagner, And Jorge Luis Borges.This Is The First Complete Translation To Be Published In Britain For Fifty Years, And It Includes A Scholarly Introduction, Notes, A Genealogy Of The Gods And Giants, And An Index Of Names.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the Poetic Edda about? A: The Poetic Edda is a collection of Norse-Icelandic mythological and heroic poetry that includes narratives about the creation of the world and the coming of Ragnarok, along with the wisdom of gods and giants.
- Q: Who is the author of the Poetic Edda? A: The Poetic Edda is translated by Carolyne Larrington, who provides a complete and scholarly version of the text.
- Q: When was this edition of the Poetic Edda published? A: This edition of the Poetic Edda was reissued on June 10, 1999, and is the first complete translation published in Britain in fifty years.
- Q: What are the main themes explored in the Poetic Edda? A: Main themes include creation myths, the adventures of gods like Thor, heroic tales of figures like Helgi and Sigurd, and insights into pagan beliefs and rivalries among the gods.
- Q: How many pages are in the Poetic Edda? A: The Poetic Edda contains 368 pages, providing a comprehensive look at Norse mythology.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition of the Poetic Edda is available in paperback binding, making it suitable for casual reading.
- Q: Is the Poetic Edda suitable for someone new to Norse mythology? A: Yes, this edition includes a scholarly introduction and notes that can help newcomers understand the context and significance of the poems.
- Q: What condition is the item in? A: The item is listed as 'Acceptable', indicating it may have some signs of wear but is still readable and usable.
- Q: Does this edition include any supplementary materials? A: Yes, it includes a scholarly introduction, notes, a genealogy of the gods and giants, and an index of names for better navigation.
- Q: What makes this translation of the Poetic Edda unique? A: This translation is notable for being the first complete version published in Britain in fifty years, ensuring a fresh perspective on the text.