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| Summary |
"An Indie Next pick for December 2012, Song of the Vikings brings to life Snorri Sturluson, wealthy chieftain, wily politician, witty storyteller, and the sole source of Viking lore for all of Western literature. Tales of one-eyed Odin, Thor and his mighty hammer, the trickster Loki, and the beautiful Valkyries have inspired countless writers, poets, and dreamers through the centuries, including Richard Wagner, JRR Tolkien, and Neil Gaiman, and author Nancy Marie Brown brings alive the medieval Icelandic world where it all began. She paints a vivid picture of the Icelandic landscape, with its colossal glaciers and volcanoes, steaming hot springs, and moonscapes of ash, ice, and rock that inspired Snorri's words, and led him to create unforgettable characters and tales. Drawing on her deep knowledge of Iceland and its history and first-hand reading of the original medieval sources, Brown gives us a richly textured narrative, revealing a spellbinding world that continues to fascinate"-- Provided by publisher. |
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"A journey into the land of the Vikings to discover the history of Norse mythology"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
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Snorri Sturluson, 1179?-1241 -- Criticism and interpretation.
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Old Norse literature -- Influence.
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Literature and society -- Scandinavia -- History.
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| ISBN |
9781137278876 paperback |
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1137278870 paperback |
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