The Edda is our richest treasure trove of Norse mythology. Complete and unabridged.The Prose Edda is our richest treasure trove of Germanic and Norse mythologystarting with a creation myth, passing through the struggle of the gods, giants, dwarves, and elves for survival and supremacy, and ending in the Ragnarok, a final allengulfing battle wherein the world itself is destroyed. Norse mythology has captured many imaginations, and inspired epics including Wagners The Ring and J. R. R. Tolkiens Lord of the Rings.The Prose Edda, also known as the Younger Edda, Snorris Edda and, historically, simply as Edda, was written in Old Norse in Iceland during the thirteenth century. In 1220, Snorri Sturluson, a respected poet, parliamentarian, and a visitor to the royal court of Norway, decided to compile the myths and poetic conventions of Norse mythology before they vanished under the influence of Christianity and the verse forms of Europe. The result is the Prose Edda, a unique glimpse of early Norse mythology.Snorri Sturluson (11791241), poet, historian, the most powerful chieftain in Iceland and "Lawspeaker" of the Icelandic Parliament, The Althing is a significant figure in Icelandic history. His extensive writings beyond the Prose Edda provide insight into Scandinavian history and are among the earliest records of the discovery of Vinland (North America).This unabridged edition includes introduction, notes and an extensive list of alternative names

Binding: Paperback;174 pages; Publisher: Benediction Books; Classification: N/A; Weight: 408.48 g; Dimensions: N/A

Something not quite right? You have 21 days from the day you receive it, to send something back.

Please note, we cannot offer refunds on fashion face masks, cosmetics, pierced jewellery, adult toys, and swimwear or lingerie if the hygiene seal is not in place or has been broken.

Items of footwear and/or clothing must be unworn and unwashed with the original labels attached. Also, footwear must be tried on indoors. Items of homeware including bedlinen, mattresses, and toppers, and pillows must be unused and in their original unopened packaging. This does not affect your statutory rights.

Click here to view our full Returns Policy.