Myths of the Norsemen: From the Eddas and Sagas

by Hélène Adeline Guerber

Overview

This awe-inspiring collection brings together the complete mythologies of the Norse peoples, from the story of Brunhild to the tricks of Loki.

Guerber's prose beautifully captures the spirit, humor and romance of these stories and are perfect for anyone wanting an excellent grounding in the Norse myths. A chapter comparing Norse mythology with Greek mythology is a fascinating additional draw to this edition.

Evoking a land of gods, giants, elves and dwarves, Myths of the Norsemen will enthrall anyone interested in the legends of the Nordic countries.

ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Classic Myths and Legends brings together beautiful retellings of mythologies from different traditions, from Celtic to Native American.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781398802278
Publisher:	Arcturus Publishing Limited
Publication date:	07/15/2021
Series:	Arcturus Classic Myths and Legends , #7
Pages:	304
Sales rank:	612,443
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

Hélène Adeline Guerber (1859-1929), better known as H. A. Guerber, was a British historian renowned for her studies of Nordic myths. Her most recognized work is Myths of the Norsemen: From the Eddas and Sagas, published in 1908. Other works by Guerber include The Myths of Greece & Rome, Legends of the Rhine, The Story of the Greeks, The Story of the Romans, Legends of the Middle Ages, and The Story of the Great Republic. Many of these were initially aimed at grammar school children in the 19th century.

Table of Contents

Introduction 7

I The Beginning 11

II Odin 24

III Frigga 46

IV Thor 60

V Tyr 81

VI Bragi 90

VII Idun 97

VIII Niörd 104

IX Frey 109

X Freya 121

XI Uller 128

XII Forseti 131

XIII Heimdall 134

XIV Hermod 141

XV Vidar 144

XVI Vali 147

XVII The Norns 151

XVIII The Valkyrs 157

XIX Hel 164

XX Ægir 169

XXI Balder 180

XXII Loki 197

XXIII The Giants 209

XXIV The Dwarfs 216

XXV The Elves 222

XXVI The Sigurd Saga 226

XXVII The Story of Frithiof 265

XXVIII The Twilight of the Gods 291