Viktor Rydberg

Teutonic Mythology (eBook, ePUB)

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Produktbeschreibung

Idun was the beautiful goddess who in Asgard was keeper of the apples which the gods ate to preserve eternal youth. She is most generally regarded as the wife of Brage. Heimdal, the son of nine mothers, was guardian against the giants of the bridge of the gods, Bifröst. With a trumpet he summoned all the gods together at Ragnarok when he and Loke slew each other. He was the god of light. Loke though beautiful in form was like Lucifer in character and was hence called the god of destruction. By the giantess Angerboda he had three offspring, the Midgard serpent, the Fenris-wolf, and Hela, the latter becoming goddess of Hel.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: BoD - Books on Demand
• Seitenzahl: 370
• Erscheinungstermin: 4. März 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9783749429707
• Artikelnr.: 55394672

Autorenporträt

Viktor Rydberg (1828–1895) was a distinguished Swedish writer, poet, and scholar, revered for his contributions to literature and his profound exploration of mythology and history. Born in Jönköping, Rydberg showed an early inclination towards literary pursuits and intellectualism. He embarked on his literary career as a journalist, but his interests rapidly expanded to encompass poetry, novels, and scholarly works. His vast knowledge of ancient cultures led to the creation of one of his most seminal texts, 'Teutonic Mythology (The Complete Three-Volume Edition)', an in-depth study of Norse and Germanic mythologies which has remained influential in the fields of Scandinavia studies and comparative mythology. Rydberg's literary style is noted for its erudition and narrative finesse, weaving together meticulously researched historical detail with compelling storytelling. His works often reflect a romantic spirit, infused with idealism and a quest for truth. His harmony of scholarly rigour and creative imagination places him among the pantheon of 19th-century intellectuals who profoundly shaped our understanding of European pre-Christian belief systems. Rydberg's legacy endures, with 'Teutonic Mythology' continuing to be a reference point for scholars and enthusiasts of mythological studies.