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#1284938 in Books Praeger 1975-08-21Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.02 x .88 x 5.98l; 1.64 #File Name: 0837174201340 pages
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. I am so glad I didBy AbrubaccaI balked at the price--$130.00--but the recommendations for this book from others in the field of Germanic mythology and religion were so strong that I bit the bullet. I am so glad I did. This book takes the years of reading I have done on the subject and not only distills it but adds an equal measure of its own in-depth research and insight. If you are looking for a beginner's introduction to the subject; skip this until you have a good deal of learning under your belt. But if you're looking for real insight into Nordic religion' legend and mythology; you would be very hard pressed to find a better source.13 of 13 people found the following review helpful. Classic study. Worth reading.By Christopher R. TraversIn this work; E. O. G. Turville-Petre explores the sources and material of Norse religion; particularly during the Viking age. The result was this classic survey of the topic.The author explores the major gods of the Norse pantheon; as well as general practices of worship and the fact that belief in the gods was not entirely universal. Each section provides clear summaries of important studies in the area; as well as clear analysis of the primary and secondary sources.If one is studying Norse mythology or the Viking age; this would be one of the top ten books to own on the subject. I would highly recommend it.22 of 24 people found the following review helpful. WowBy elizaphnI saw this book listed in the reference section of many books; and it was recc to me by a friend. This is NOT a light read. It is NOT a basic overview. It was however a great summary of many different topics; backed with study. This is certainly more like a text book on cultural language studies and how they are intermixed with religion; myth and history. I HIGHLY recc this book to anyone seriously looking into the Nordic mythos; religion and way of life; whether for the mundane or esoteric reason. It is well worth the price you will have to pay.
