The Poetic Edda is a reissue of the famous collection of Norse-Icelandic mythological and heroic poems. Translated by Carolyne Larrington, this edition includes classic stories about the creation of the world, Ragnarok, and the deeds of gods and people. With three new poems, including The Lay of Svipdag and The Waking of Angantyr, this is an indispensable collection for lovers of ancient literature.
Description
After the devastating fire of Ragnarok, the earth rises peacefully from the ocean and life blooms again. The Poetic Edda opens with The Seeress's Prophecy, which describes the origin, destruction, and rebirth of the world. The stories bring figures such as Odin, Thor, Loki, and heroes such as Helgi and Sigurd to life. This collection combines mythology and heroic poems and has inspired artists from Wagner to Tolkien.
This edition offers a fresh translation and includes important additions, ensuring that the Poetic Edda remains accessible to a wide audience interested in Norse mythology and literature.
Product specifications
- Author: Carolyne Larrington
- Series: Oxford World's Classics
- Publisher: Oxford University Press
- Release date: 2014-09-11
- Number of pages: 384
- ISBN: 9780199675340
- Theme: Literary studies: ancient, classical and medieval
- BISAC: LITERARY CRITICISM / Medieval
About the author
Carolyne Larrington is a highly regarded expert in Old Norse mythology, legends, and literature. She has published multiple works, including a co-edited volume on Eddic poetry and books such as King Arthur's Enchantresses and Magical Tales.