Teutonic Mythology: Gods and Goddesses of the Northland, Vol. 3 by Viktor Rydberg
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"Teutonic Mythology: Gods and Goddesses of the Northland, Vol. 3" by Viktor Rydberg is a scholarly work written in the late 19th century. This volume serves as an exploration of the gods and mythological tales specifically related to Northern Europe, drawing connections between ancient traditions and their evolution over time. Rydberg delves into a variety of myths, particularly focusing on characters like Thor and Svipdag, and themes concerning resurrection, revenge, and the
nature of existence. The opening of the volume sets the stage for an in-depth analysis of the Teutonic belief system, touching upon the significance of the Seven Sleepers myth and its interconnections with Christian narratives. Rydberg discusses how these legends reflect a broader cosmological view within the Teutonic tradition, where figures such as Mimer and his sons embody deeper themes of life, morality, and the cyclical nature of existence. Through a detailed comparison of various myths and the transformations they underwent over time, the author seeks to reveal not only the stories themselves but also their cultural and spiritual implications for the peoples of the North. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Rydberg, Viktor, 1828-1895 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Anderson, Rasmus Björn, 1846-1936 |
| Title | Teutonic Mythology: Gods and Goddesses of the Northland, Vol. 3 |
| Credits |
Produced by Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism |
| Subject | Mythology, Germanic |
| Subject | Mythology, Norse |
| Subject | Legends -- Germany |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 58830 |
| Release Date | Feb 4, 2019 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1320 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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