The Norse Myths: A Guide to the Gods and Heroes by Carolyne Larrington (English)

Description: The Norse Myths by Carolyne Larrington An exhilarating introduction to the vivid, violent, boisterous world of the Norse myths, and their cultural legacy, in an attractive and handy format. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Who were the Norse gods - the mighty Æsyr, led by Óðinn, and the mysterious Vanir? In The Norse Myths we meet this passionate and squabbling pantheon, and learn of the mythological cosmos they inhabit.Passages translated from the Old Norse bring this legendary world to life, from the myths of creation to ragnarök, the prophesied end of the world at the hands of Lokis army of monsters and giants, and everything that comes in between: the problematic relationship between the gods and the giants, in which enmity and trickery are punctuated by marriages and seductions; the (mis)adventures of human heroes and heroines, with their family feuds, revenges, marriages and murders; and the interaction between the gods and mortals, as Óðinn, the All-father, betrays his human protégés in order to recruit (dead) heroes for his army.Carolyne Larrington describes the myths origins in pre-Christian Scandinavia and Iceland, and their survival in artefacts and written sources, from Old Norse sagas and poems to the less approving accounts of medieval Christian writers. She traces their influences into the work of Wagner, William Morris and J.R.R. Tolkien, and even the recent Game of Thrones in the resurrection of the Fimbulvetr, or Mighty Winter. Notes Carolyne Larrington gives a fresh introduction and translation of the Norse myths. With illustrations of the Norse sites, Larrington explores the myths influences in J.R.R Tolkien and the popular Game Of Thrones series. Author Biography Carolyne Larrington is Professor of Medieval European Literature, University of Oxford, and Official Fellow and Tutor, St Johns College. Her previous books include The Poetic Edda; Magical Tales: Myth, Legend and Enchantment in Childrens Books and Winter is Coming: The Medieval World of Game of Thrones. She also presented BBC Radio 4s The Lore of the Land, exploring the enduring relevance of the creatures of British folklore. Review A real pleasure to read … fantastic - Timeless TravelsA valuable, engaging resource for anyone wishing to explore the mysterious and dramatic world of the Norsemen and their gods - Minerva Promotional An exhilarating introduction to the vivid, violent, boisterous world of the Norse myths, and their cultural legacy Review Quote "An accessible blend of scholarship and story, full of intriguing asides... In easily digestible chapters, well-regarded scholar Larrington addresses the gods and goddesses of the myths before offering a lineup to those they battle--the giants who roam the world." Promotional "Headline" An exhilarating introduction to the vivid, violent, boisterous world of the Norse myths, and their cultural legacy Details ISBN0500251967 Pages 208 Publisher Thames & Hudson Ltd Year 2017 ISBN-10 0500251967 ISBN-13 9780500251966 Format Hardcover Imprint Thames & Hudson Ltd Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Short Title NORSE MYTHS Language English Media Book Subtitle A Guide to the Gods and Heroes DEWEY 398.20948 UK Release Date 2017-02-02 Publication Date 2017-02-02 NZ Release Date 2017-02-02 Author Carolyne Larrington Illustrations 98 Halftones, duotone; 4 Illustrations, black and white Audience General Series Myths AU Release Date 2017-01-31 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:100946792;

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