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Book Synopsis The Legend of Brynhild by : Theodore Murdock Andersson
Download or read book The Legend of Brynhild written by Theodore Murdock Andersson and published by . This book was released on 1980 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Brynhild is the paramount figure of Germanic legend, but she has been subordinated more often than not to the male object of her passion. Her story is thus normally referred to as the legend of Sigurd or, in German circles, the legend of Siegfried. The title of this book is intended to make the point that the legend sings principally of the woman, not the man, a view that I argue specifically at the beginning of Chapter 2. My task has been to examine the sometimes fragmentary and always refractory medieval accounts of Brynhild with a view to extracting from them a better appreciation of her personality. This task made it necessary to reopen the long-standing debate on the textual relationships of the major literary documents (Poetic Edda, Vǫlsunga saga, Pioreks saga, and Nibelungenlied). As a consequence the book has become a general reassessment of the so-called Nibelung question, a good part of which it attempts to summarize and elucidate.
Book Synopsis The Legend Of Sigurd And Gudrún by : J.R.R. Tolkien
Download or read book The Legend Of Sigurd And Gudrún written by J.R.R. Tolkien and published by HarperCollins. This book was released on 2012-02-15 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many years ago, J.R.R. Tolkien composed his own version of the great legend of Northern antiquity, recounted here in The Legend of Sigurd and Gudrún. In the Lay of the Völsungs is told the ancestry of the great hero Sigurd, the slayer of Fáfnir, most celebrated of dragons; of his awakening of the Valkyrie Brynhild, who slept surrounded by a wall of fire, and of their betrothal; and of his coming to the court of the great princes who were named the Niflungs (or Nibelungs), with whom he entered into blood-brotherhood. In scenes of dramatic intensity, of confusion of identity, thwarted passion, jealousy, and bitter strife, the tragedy of Sigurd and Brynhild, of Gunnar the Niflung and Gudrún his sister, mounts to its end in the murder of Sigurd, the suicide of Brynhild, and the despair of Gudrún. The Lay of Gudrún recounts her fate after the death of Sigurd, her marriage against her will to the mighty Atli, ruler of the Huns (the Attila of history), his murder of her brothers, and her hideous revenge.
Download or read book Völsunga Saga written by and published by . This book was released on 1888 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis An Introduction to the Science of Comparative Mythology and Folklore by : George William Cox
Download or read book An Introduction to the Science of Comparative Mythology and Folklore written by George William Cox and published by . This book was released on 1881 with total page 440 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Python written by Joseph Fontenrose and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2023-11-10 with total page 650 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press’s mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1959.
Download or read book The Elder Edda written by Andy Orchard and published by Penguin UK. This book was released on 2011-04-07 with total page 540 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Compiled by an unknown scribe in Iceland around 1270, and based on sources dating back centuries earlier, these mythological and heroic poems tell of gods and mortals from an ancient era: the giant-slaying Thor, the doomed Völsung family, the Hel-ride of Brynhild and the cruelty of Atli the Hun. Eclectic, incomplete and fragmented, these verses nevertheless retain their stark beauty and their power to enthrall, opening a window on to the thoughts, beliefs and hopes of the Vikings and their world.
Book Synopsis The Nibelungen Tradition by : Francis G. Gentry
Download or read book The Nibelungen Tradition written by Francis G. Gentry and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 2002 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First Published in 2002. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
Book Synopsis The Story of The Volsungs by : Anonymous
Download or read book The Story of The Volsungs written by Anonymous and published by Namaskar Book. This book was released on 2024-02-02 with total page 275 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Enter the legendary world of Norse mythology with "The Story of the Volsungs: Anonymous' Epic Tale of Norse Legend and Heroism" by Anonymous. Immerse yourself in the epic saga of gods, heroes, and fierce battles that define the ancient Norse tradition. As the anonymous author recounts the heroic deeds of the Volsungs, journey alongside legendary figures such as Sigurd the Dragon Slayer and Brynhild the Valkyrie. Explore a world where honor, destiny, and valor collide in a tapestry of myth and legend. But amidst the epic battles and mythical creatures, a burning question arises: What timeless truths do these ancient tales hold for modern readers? Prepare to uncover the enduring themes of courage, sacrifice, and the eternal struggle between good and evil. Hook: Will the heroes of the Volsungs triumph against the forces of darkness, or will they fall prey to their own hubris? Experience the thrill of adventure and the power of myth as you follow the epic journey of the Volsungs. With each turn of the page, you'll be transported to a world where gods walk among mortals and destiny hangs in the balance. Join the ranks of heroes and witness the timeless struggle between light and darkness in "The Story of the Volsungs." Will you heed the call to valor and embrace your destiny? Discover the rich tapestry of Norse mythology in this gripping tale of heroism and legend. Whether you're a seasoned scholar of mythology or simply seeking an epic adventure, "The Story of the Volsungs" promises to captivate your imagination and leave you breathless. Are you ready to embark on a journey through the realms of Norse legend? Order your copy of "The Story of the Volsungs: Anonymous' Epic Tale of Norse Legend and Heroism" today and immerse yourself in the epic saga of the Volsungs. Unleash the power of myth and legend. Purchase your copy now.
Book Synopsis The Legends of the Wagner Drama by : Jessie Laidlay Weston
Download or read book The Legends of the Wagner Drama written by Jessie Laidlay Weston and published by . This book was released on 1903 with total page 394 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Growth of the Medieval Icelandic Sagas (1180-1280) by : Theodore Murdock Andersson
Download or read book The Growth of the Medieval Icelandic Sagas (1180-1280) written by Theodore Murdock Andersson and published by Cornell University Press. This book was released on 2006 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Andersson introduces readers to the development of the Icelandic sagas between 1180 and 1280, a crucial period that witnessed a gradual shift of emphasis from tales of adventure and personal distinction to the analysis of politics and history.
Book Synopsis The Mythology of the Aryan Nations by : George William Cox
Download or read book The Mythology of the Aryan Nations written by George William Cox and published by . This book was released on 1870 with total page 490 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Road to Middle-Earth by : Tom Shippey
Download or read book The Road to Middle-Earth written by Tom Shippey and published by HMH. This book was released on 2014-04-08 with total page 419 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Uniquely qualified to explicate Tolkien’s worldview,” this journey into the roots of the Lord of the Rings is a classic in its own right (Salon.com). From beloved epic fantasy classic to record-breaking cinematic success, J.R.R. Tolkien's story of four brave hobbits has enraptured the hearts and minds of generations. Now, readers can go deeper into this enchanting lore with a revised edition of Tom Shippey's classic exploration of Middle-earth. From meditations on Tolkien's inspiration to analyses of the influences of his professional background, The Road to Middle-earth takes a closer look at the novels that made Tolkien a legend. Shippey also illuminates Tolkien's more difficult works set in the same world, including The Silmarillion, Unfinished Tales, and the myth cycle, and examines the remarkable twelve-volume History of Middle-earth, written by J.R.R.'s son Christopher Tolkien. At once a celebration of a beloved classic and a revealing literary study, The Road to Middle-earth is required reading for fantasy fans and English literature scholars alike.
Download or read book Unsung Voices written by Carolyn Abbate and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 1996-04-01 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Who "speaks" to us in The Sorcerer's Apprentice, in Wagner's operas, in a Mahler symphony? In asking this question, Carolyn Abbate opens nineteenth-century operas and instrumental works to new interpretations as she explores the voices projected by music. The nineteenth-century metaphor of music that "sings" is thus reanimated in a new context, and Abbate proposes interpretive strategies that "de-center" music criticism, that seek the polyphony and dialogism of music, and that celebrate musical gestures often marginalized by conventional music analysis.
Download or read book The Poetic Edda written by Edward Pettit and published by Open Book Publishers. This book was released on 2023-03-03 with total page 730 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is an edition and translation of one of the most important and celebrated sources of Old Norse-Icelandic mythology and heroic legend, namely the medieval poems now known collectively as the Poetic Edda or Elder Edda. Included are thirty-six texts, which are mostly preserved in medieval manuscripts, especially the thirteenth-century Icelandic codex traditionally known as the Codex Regius of the Poetic Edda. The poems cover diverse subjects, including the creation, destruction and rebirth of the world, the dealings of gods such as Óðinn, Þórr and Loki with giants and each other, and the more intimate, personal tragedies of the hero Sigurðr, his wife Guðrún and the valkyrie Brynhildr. Each poem is provided with an introduction, synopsis and suggestions for further reading. The Old Norse texts are furnished with a textual apparatus recording the manuscript readings behind this edition’s emendations, as well as select variant readings. The accompanying translations, informed by the latest scholarship, are concisely annotated to make them as accessible as possible. As the first open-access, single-volume parallel Old Norse edition and English translation of the Poetic Edda, this book will prove a valuable resource for students and scholars of Old Norse literature. It will also interest those researching other fields of medieval literature (especially Old English and Middle High German), and appeal to a wider general audience drawn to the myths and legends of the Viking Age and subsequent centuries.
Book Synopsis Story Telling to Children from Norse Mythology and the Nibelungenlied by : Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
Download or read book Story Telling to Children from Norse Mythology and the Nibelungenlied written by Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh and published by . This book was released on 1903 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A bibliography of stories for story-telling selected from Norse mythology and the Nibelungenlied, and storie connecting the Norse myths with modern times.
Book Synopsis A Medieval Woman's Companion by : Susan Signe Morrison
Download or read book A Medieval Woman's Companion written by Susan Signe Morrison and published by Oxbow Books. This book was released on 2015-11-30 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What have a deaf nun, the mother of the first baby born to Europeans in North America, and a condemned heretic to do with one another? They are among the virtuous virgins, marvelous maidens, and fierce feminists of the Middle Ages who trail-blazed paths for women today. Without those first courageous souls who worked in fields dominated by men, women might not have the presence they currently do in professions such as education, the law, and literature. Focusing on women from Western Europe between c. 300 and 1500 CE in the medieval period and richly carpeted with detail, A Medieval Woman’s Companion offers a wealth of information about real medieval women who are now considered vital for understanding the Middle Ages in a full and nuanced way. Short biographies of 20 medieval women illustrate how they have anticipated and shaped current concerns, including access to education; creative emotional outlets such as art, theater, romantic fiction, and music; marriage and marital rights; fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, contraception and gynecology; sex trafficking and sexual violence; the balance of work and family; faith; and disability. Their legacy abides until today in attitudes to contemporary women that have their roots in the medieval period. The final chapter suggests how 20th and 21st century feminist and gender theories can be applied to and complicated by medieval women's lives and writings. Doubly marginalized due to gender and the remoteness of the time period, medieval women’s accomplishments are acknowledged and presented in a way that readers can appreciate and find inspiring. Ideal for high school and college classroom use in courses ranging from history and literature to women's and gender studies, an accompanying website with educational links, images, downloadable curriculum guide, and interactive blog will be made available at the time of publication.
Book Synopsis Medieval Scandinavia by : Phillip Pulsiano
Download or read book Medieval Scandinavia written by Phillip Pulsiano and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 1993 with total page 838 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With full-page maps and supplementary photos, this encyclopedia covers every aspect of Scandinavia during the Middle Ages, including rulers and saints, overviews of the countries, religion, education, politics and law, culture and material life, history, literature, and art.
