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Title: Noorsche mythen uit de Edda's en de sagen

Note: Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net/

Summary: "Noorsche mythen uit de Edda's en de sagen" by H. A. Guerber is a collection of mythological tales written in the late 19th century. This work explores the rich tapestry of Norse mythology, examining the gods, heroes, and the underlying themes of creation, existence, and the struggle between good and evil. Guerber, known for her extensive writings on mythology, aims to preserve and share these fascinating stories from the Edda and legendarium, making them accessible to a wider audience. At the start of the text, the author introduces the creation myths of the Norse world, illustrating a primordial void filled with powerful forces of ice and fire that ultimately give rise to the universe. Central figures like Ymir, the frost giant, and Odin, the Allfather, are introduced as key players in these myths. The narrative unfolds with descriptions of the cosmos's creation, the emergence of gods and giants, and the formation of Earth from the body of Ymir. These early sections set the stage for the themes of struggle and transformation that characterize Norse mythology, blending beauty and tragedy in a profound exploration of ancient beliefs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Guerber, H. A. (Hélène Adeline), 1859-1929

Editor: Bergh van Eysinga, Henri van den, 1868-1920

EBook No.: 31954

Published: Apr 11, 2010

Downloads: 172

Language: Dutch

Subject: Mythology, Norse

LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Noorsche mythen uit de Edda's en de sagen

Note: Reading ease score: 58.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Jeroen Hellingman and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net/

Summary: "Noorsche mythen uit de Edda's en de sagen" by H. A. Guerber is a collection of mythological tales written in the late 19th century. This work explores the rich tapestry of Norse mythology, examining the gods, heroes, and the underlying themes of creation, existence, and the struggle between good and evil. Guerber, known for her extensive writings on mythology, aims to preserve and share these fascinating stories from the Edda and legendarium, making them accessible to a wider audience. At the start of the text, the author introduces the creation myths of the Norse world, illustrating a primordial void filled with powerful forces of ice and fire that ultimately give rise to the universe. Central figures like Ymir, the frost giant, and Odin, the Allfather, are introduced as key players in these myths. The narrative unfolds with descriptions of the cosmos's creation, the emergence of gods and giants, and the formation of Earth from the body of Ymir. These early sections set the stage for the themes of struggle and transformation that characterize Norse mythology, blending beauty and tragedy in a profound exploration of ancient beliefs. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Guerber, H. A. (Hélène Adeline), 1859-1929

Editor: Bergh van Eysinga, Henri van den, 1868-1920

EBook No.: 31954

Published: Apr 11, 2010

Downloads: 172

Language: Dutch

Subject: Mythology, Norse

LoCC: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.