A handbook of Norse mythology

by Karl Mortensen

Other authorsA. Clinton Crowell (Translator)
Paper Book, 2003

Status

Available

Call number

293/.13

Tags

Norse and Germanic Studies, Norse Mythology, Norse Gods, Sagas, Europe

Genres

Collection

Anna

Publication

Mineola, N.Y. : Dover Publications, 2003.

Description

A fascinating portrait of primitive Scandinavian lore, this book recounts the birth and ascendancy of the gods, with profiles of the chief deities and their associated myths. In addition, this volume chronicles ancient forms of worship and religious practices and retells several famous hero sagas. Includes 21 beautiful black-and-white illustrations.

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A Handbook Of Norse Mythology (1913) by Karl Andreas Mortensen (2008)

Subjects

Mythology, Norse

Language

English

Original language

Danish

Original publication date

1913

Physical description

x, 115 p.; 22 cm

ISBN

048643219X / 9780486432199

Local notes

from the Library of Michael Shannon

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