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With the immense popularity of mythological retellings, this collection presents a timely, multi-author narrative centered on the complex and powerful figure of Odin. Known as the All-father, the one-eyed King of the Gods, he oversees Valhalla and the nine realms, bearing the weight of Ragnarok while enjoying his travels through Midgard. This beautifully crafted edition features new stories from various authors, revealing the larger-than-life adventures of Odin and his kin, alongside gods, giants, valkyries, and creatures from epic Norse literature. The series invites readers to explore the mythology of humankind through its heroes, gods, and immortal figures, blending ancient tales with fresh, imaginative twists. Each volume brings legendary figures back to life, offering new narratives alongside original stories and a comprehensive 30,000-word essay that highlights ancient and modern connections. This exploration traces history and storytelling across cultures and continents. Emerging writers contribute hidden themes and fresh perspectives on well-known tales, complemented by specially commissioned pieces that delve into the origins and cultural contexts of these mythological figures. The initial titles in this series include Medusa, Odin, Anansi, and Circe.
Buchkauf
Odin, Charlie Shotton
- Sprache
- Erscheinungsdatum
- 2024
- Einband
- (Hardcover)
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- Titel
- Odin
- Untertitel
- New & Ancient Norse Tales
- Sprache
- Englisch
- Autor*innen
- Charlie Shotton
- Verlag
- Flame Tree Publishing
- Erscheinungsdatum
- 2024
- Einband
- Hardcover
- Seitenzahl
- 368
- ISBN10
- 1804179329
- ISBN13
- 9781804179321
- Reihe
- Kategorien
- Schlagwörter
- Religiöse Themen, Kurzgeschichten, Mythologie, Altertum, Folklore, Volkskultur, Asgard, Heimat der nordischen Götter
- Beschreibung
- With the immense popularity of mythological retellings, this collection presents a timely, multi-author narrative centered on the complex and powerful figure of Odin. Known as the All-father, the one-eyed King of the Gods, he oversees Valhalla and the nine realms, bearing the weight of Ragnarok while enjoying his travels through Midgard. This beautifully crafted edition features new stories from various authors, revealing the larger-than-life adventures of Odin and his kin, alongside gods, giants, valkyries, and creatures from epic Norse literature. The series invites readers to explore the mythology of humankind through its heroes, gods, and immortal figures, blending ancient tales with fresh, imaginative twists. Each volume brings legendary figures back to life, offering new narratives alongside original stories and a comprehensive 30,000-word essay that highlights ancient and modern connections. This exploration traces history and storytelling across cultures and continents. Emerging writers contribute hidden themes and fresh perspectives on well-known tales, complemented by specially commissioned pieces that delve into the origins and cultural contexts of these mythological figures. The initial titles in this series include Medusa, Odin, Anansi, and Circe.