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De Gruyter Mouton De Gruyter Vafthrudnismal - Old Norse Poetry Study

Name: De Gruyter Vafthrudnismal - Old Norse Poetry Study
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Explore the deep connections between early pagan beliefs and Christianity through this scholarly examination of Old Norse poetry. Part of The Northern Medieval World series, this narrative study focuses on the Eddic poem Vafthrudnismal. The text functions as both a poetic framework and a sacred myth, offering a window into the spiritual life of the medieval North. This work analyzes the famous journey of the god Odin to the hall of the wise giant Vafthrudnir. Readers will follow the high-stakes contest of knowledge where Odin must use his wits to survive a life-or-death encounter with his adversary. It is an essential resource for those studying the religious shifts and mythological structures of the early medieval period.

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Detailed narrative study of the Eddic poem Vafthrudnismal and its role in early pagan belief systems.

Analysis of the dual function of the poem as both a poetic framework and a sacred myth.

In-depth look at the journey of the Norse god Odin and his encounter with the giant Vafthrudnir.

Examination of the competition of knowledge between Odin and his adversary in the medieval world.

Part of the scholarly Northern Medieval World series published by De Gruyter Mouton.

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Brand: De Gruyter Mouton
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1580443354
Category: Books > Subjects > Poetry, Drama & Criticism > History & Criticism
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 08 October 2018
Listed Since: 09 October 2018

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