{"product_id":"encyclopedia-of-norse-and-germanic-folklore-mythology-and-magic-by-claude-lecouteux-9781620554807","title":"Encyclopedia of Norse and Germanic Folklore, Mythology, and Magic","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA thorough reference to the many deities, magical beings, mythical places, and ancient customs of the Norse and Germanic regions of Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEncyclopedia of Norse and Germanic Folklore, Mythology, and Magic\u003c\/em\u003e explores the legends and origins of well-known gods and figures such as Odin, Thor, Krampus, and the Valkyries, as well as a broad range of magical beings such as the Elf King, the Lorelei, the Perchten, dwarves, trolls, and giants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis work draws upon a wealth of well-known and rare sources, such as the \u003ci\u003ePoetic Edda\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Deeds of the Danes\u003c\/i\u003e by Saxo Grammaticus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt examines folktales, myths, and magical beliefs from Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Denmark, Finland, Sweden, Norway, Iceland, and England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe legends of the Norse and Germanic regions of Europe—including Germany and Austria across Scandinavia to Iceland and England—embrace a broad range of mythical characters and places, from Odin and Thor to berserkers and Valhalla, to the Valkyries and Krampus. In this encyclopedia, Claude Lecouteux explores the origins, connections, and tales behind many gods, goddesses, magical beings, rituals, folk customs, and mythical places of Norse and Germanic tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMore than a reference to the Aesir and the Vanir pantheons, this encyclopedia draws upon a wealth of well-known and rare sources, such as the \u003ci\u003ePoetic Edda\u003c\/i\u003e, the \u003ci\u003eSaga of Ynglingar\u003c\/i\u003e by Snorri Sturluson, and \u003ci\u003eThe Deeds of the Danes\u003c\/i\u003e by Saxo Grammaticus. Beyond the famous and infamous Norse gods and goddesses, Lecouteux provides information on lesser-known figures from ancient Germanic pagan tradition such as the Elf King, the Lorelei, the Perchten, land spirits, fairies, dwarves, trolls, goblins, bogeymen, giants, and many other beings who roam the wild, as well as lengthy articles on well-known figures and events such as Siegfried (Sigurd in Norse) and Ragnarök. The author describes the worship of the elements and trees, details many magical rituals, and shares wild folktales from ancient Europe, such as the strange adventure of Peter Schlemihl and the tale of the Cursed Huntsman. He also dispels the false beliefs that have arisen from the Nazi hijacking of Germanic mythology and from its longtime suppression by Christianity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eComplete with rare illustrations and information from obscure sources appearing for the first time in English, this detailed reference work represents an excellent resource for scholars and those seeking to reconnect to their pagan pasts and restore the old religion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47430663012588,"sku":"9781620554807","price":70.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781620554807.jpg?v=1774558859","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/products\/encyclopedia-of-norse-and-germanic-folklore-mythology-and-magic-by-claude-lecouteux-9781620554807","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}