Discusses the mythology of ancient Scandinavia by looking at how they describe the times in which they were created and how they influenced the religion of the Norse people.
Presents the classic poem "Beowulf" in which a Norse hero saves the Danish royalty from an evil monster, returns home to become his own people's greatest king, and then faces a murderous dragon to protect them; Contains the original poem and translations in modern English on facing pages, a descriptive list of characters, and commentary.
Presents each sovereign country in Nordic, Central, and Southeastern Europe, past and present, with its geography, people, history, economy, and politics.
"Seven linked vignettes unfold on a Scandinavian island inhabited--throughout various time periods--by Vikings, vampires, ghosts, and a curiously powerful plant"--Provided by publisher.
Presents a prose translation of the Old English epic poem about a Danish hero who saves his people from a murdering monster named Grendel. Includes a glossary, notes and reading pointers.
