Cassell Dictionary of Norse Myth and Legend
| Author | : Andy Orchard |
| Publisher | : Burns & Oates |
| Total Pages | : 223 |
| Release | : 1999-03-01 |
| ISBN-10 | : 0304351342 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780304351343 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (343 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Cassell Dictionary of Norse Myth and Legend by : Andy Orchard
Download or read book Cassell Dictionary of Norse Myth and Legend written by Andy Orchard and published by Burns & Oates. This book was released on 1999-03-01 with total page 223 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is an A-Z guide to the mythology of the Vikings, with over 400 articles covering myths, gods and goddesses, giants, dwarves, elves and other supernatural creatures. It aims to provide an insight into a folklore tradition which has inspired talents as diverse as Wagner and Tolkien. A general historical introduction provides an overall perspective, and background material on the archaeology and social framework of the Norse world is provided.
