George Webbe Dasent Bücher

Die nach 1220 von Snorri Sturluson verfasste »Jüngere Edda« oder »Prosa-Edda« ist ein Lehrbuch für die altisländischen Dichter, die sogenannten Skalden. Sie werden anhand vieler Beispiele mit den Inhalten, den sprachlichen Techniken und metrischen Formen ihrer kunstvollen Poesie vertraut gemacht. Die vorliegende, mit umfangreichem Kommentar versehene Auswahl konzentriert sich vor allem auf die Kapitel, die den Inhalten gewidmet sind. Sie sind als Gesamtdarstellung der nordgermanischen Mythologie bis heute von unschätzbarem Wert.

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A girl travels east of the sun and west of the moon to free her beloved prince from a magic spell.

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A Selection from the Norse Tales for the Use of Children presents a collection of Norse fairy tales especially adapted for children. The stories are accompanied by stunning illustrations and offer readers a glimpse into one of the world's great mythological traditions. This book will enchant and delight readers of all ages.

The Story of Burnt Njal is an exciting and thought-provoking tale from the Icelandic sagas. With a unique blend of history and legend, this book tells the story of Njal, a wise and respected chieftain, and his battle against his enemies. Sir George Webbe Dasent's translation captures the epic scope and power of the original text, and this edition also includes a specially abridged introduction that puts the story in context. If you're looking for an intriguing and engaging story from a rich literary tradition, this is the book for you.

This historical novel tells the story of the Vikings of the Baltic and their adventures in the tenth century, including battles, raids, and alliances with other tribes. The author skillfully weaves together fiction and fact based on historical research to create an entertaining and educational read.

The Story of Burnt Njal is an epic tale of love, loyalty, and betrayal set against the stunning backdrop of Iceland in the 10th century. George Webbe Dasent has done an incredible job of translating the Icelandic Njals Saga into English, capturing the spirit and beauty of the original work. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Scandinavian literature and the Viking culture.