The Poetic and Prose Eddas

by Snorri Sturluson, Benjamin Thorpe (Translator), I. A. Blackwell (Translator)

Unlock the captivating world of Norse mythology with The Poetic and Prose Eddas – an essential collection that immerses you in the sagas, gods, and heroes of the ancient North. This beautifully curated edition combines two seminal texts, The Poetic Edda and The Prose Edda, offering an unparalleled journey into the enchanting realm of Norse folklore and belief. This is the first volume in Le Nouvel Esprit's Norse Literature Series.

🌟 The Poetic Edda : Step into the poetic past with this compilation of ancient Norse poems that delve deep into the tales of Odin, Thor, Loki, and the entire pantheon. These vivid verses bring to life the epic adventures, battles, and cosmic mysteries that define Norse mythology.

📜 The Prose Edda : Transcribed by the Icelandic scholar Snorri Sturluson, The Prose Edda provides invaluable insights into the mythology's origins, cosmology, and moral lessons. Sturluson's narratives offer a comprehensive guide to the gods, their exploits, and the intricacies of the Norse world.

📚 Comprehensive Whether you're a seasoned scholar or a newcomer, this collection caters to your curiosity. Detailed explanations and notes accompany the texts, providing essential context and shedding light on the sometimes enigmatic stories.

🌌 A Mythic Encounter legendary heroes, fearsome giants, and divine beings in a world where destiny is etched in the fabric of the cosmos. These tales explore themes of courage, honor, fate, and the eternal struggle between order and chaos.

📕 Exceptional This edition boasts top-notch quality, with a thoughtfully designed layout. It's not just a book; it's a work of art that will grace your bookshelf for generations. It is not a facsimile print, but has been retypeset by Le Nouvel Esprit.

The Poetic and Prose Eddas is more than a book; it's a portal to a world of myths, magic, and epic adventures. Whether you're a mythology enthusiast, an aspiring Viking, or simply a lover of great stories, this collection promises an unforgettable odyssey through the Norse cosmos.

Embark on your quest to uncover the heart of Norse mythology – order your copy of The Poetic and Prose Eddas today and be transported to a realm where gods and mortals collide in timeless tales of heroism and destiny.

211 pages, Paperback

Published October 1, 2023

About the author

Snorri Sturluson (also spelled Snorre Sturlason) was an Icelandic historian, poet and politician. He was twice elected lawspeaker at the Icelandic parliament, the Althing. He was the author of the Prose Edda or Younger Edda, which consists of Gylfaginning ("the fooling of Gylfi"), a narrative of Norse mythology, the Skáldskaparmál, a book of poetic language, and the Háttatal, a list of verse forms. He was also the author of the Heimskringla, a history of the Norwegian kings that begins with legendary material in Ynglinga saga and moves through to early medieval Scandinavian history. For stylistic and methodological reasons, Snorri is often taken to be the author of Egils saga.

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Reviews

[Jana · Rating 3 out of 5]

I have more than a basic understanding of Norse culture, however this was a lot of information and it was not easy to connect all the dots. However, knowing what I know about when this was written, it makes sense. These writings were put to paper later in the “Viking” age. So many cultural mashups are occurring throughout. If you are fluent in the Norse beliefs, you may get more out of this book.