Author: Saxo Grammaticus
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1329902831
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 422
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Gesta Danorum - Deeds of the Danes In the early years of the thirteenth century the Danish writer Saxo Grammaticus provided his people with a History of the Danes, an account of their glorious past from the legendary kings and heroes of Denmark to king Gorm. It is one of the major sources for the heroic and mythological traditions of northern Europe, though the complex Latin style and the wide range of material brought together from different sources have limited its use.
Author: Saxo (Grammaticus)
Publisher: Oxford Medieval Texts
ISBN: 0198205236
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 874
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Saxo was probably a canon of Lund Cathedral, at that period a Danish cathedral, and lived at the end of the twelfth century. He was in the service of Archbishop Absalon, who encouraged him to write a history of his own country from the beginnings up to his own time, with a strong Christian bias. Starting with the myths and heroic tales of primitive Scandinavia, he devoted the first nine of his sixteen books to legendary material before dealing with the first kings of the Viking age and finished in 1285, after relating the earlier exploits of King Cnut Valdemarsson. The activities of the Danish kings were intimately bound up with the monarchies of Norway and Sweden; Cnut the Great, one of Saxo's heroes, whose empire stretched as far as Britain and Iceland, was ruler of both these countries. In the last books Saxo took particular concern to describe the campaigns of Valdemar the Great and his warrior archbishop, Absalon, against the Wends of North Germany. The work is a prosimetrum, that is, in six of the first nine books he inserts poems, which are intended to parallel specimens of old Danish heroic poetry in Latin metres. Saxo's Latin prose style is often complex, based as it is on models like Valerius Maximus and Martianus Capella, but he is a lively and compelling story-teller, often displaying a rather sly sense of humour, and an interest in the supernatural. He is the first author to give a full account of Hamlet, whose adventures he relates at some length, the elements of which in a great many respects correspond surprisingly closely with the characters and incidents of Shakespeare's play. Volume I of Saxo Grammaticus contains an introduction from the editor, and the first ten books of Saxo's work.
Author: Saxo (Grammaticus)
Publisher: D. S. Brewer
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 232
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Author: Saxo Grammaticus
Publisher: Library of Alexandria
ISBN: 1613107005
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 73
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Author: Saxo Grammaticus
Publisher: Namaskar Books
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 398
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Embark on a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of Danish history with Saxo Grammaticus's monumental work, ""The Danish History."" This extraordinary narrative blends history and legend, providing readers with a deep understanding of Denmark's cultural heritage. As Saxo recounts the tales of kings, heroes, and legendary figures, you will witness the rise and fall of dynasties and the evolution of a nation. His masterful storytelling brings to life the events that shaped Denmark, from the mythic past to the historical reality. But here's the thought-provoking question: What truths lie hidden behind the legends, and how do they shape our understanding of the past? Explore the intricate details of this historical epic, where fact and fiction intertwine, inviting you to reflect on the nature of history itself. Saxo’s unique perspective offers a window into the psyche of a nation, making this work a must-read for history enthusiasts. Are you ready to uncover the tales that define a culture in ""The Danish History""? This is your opportunity to experience the legends and realities of Denmark’s past. Will you dare to explore the historical roots that continue to shape its identity? Seize the chance to own a piece of literary history. Purchase ""The Danish History"" now, and immerse yourself in the enthralling saga of Denmark!
Author: Saxo (Grammaticus)
Publisher: Lincoln : University of Nebraska Press
ISBN:
Category : Drama
Languages : en
Pages : 234
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Author: Saxo Grammaticus
Publisher: Alan Rodgers Books
ISBN: 9781598185607
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 292
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Saxo Grammaticus, who's believed to have lived from 1150 until 1220 (though the dates are uncertain), wrote a sixteen-volume history of the Denmark that he lived in. Volumes X through XVI (oddly -- or perhaps not so oddly -- written first) are a conventional history of Saxo's day and age. But the first the volumes are the stuff of myth and legend, delightful tales of mythic Norse persons and circumstances. This book is comprised of those mythic volumes, and it's special stuff indeed.
Author: Tom Birkett
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781786488824
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 320
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The great Norse Myths are among the most dramatic and unforgettable stories in all human history. These fascinating, fantastical tales have inspired centuries of art, culture and literature, including the storytelling of Tolkien, Neil Gaiman, George RR Martin's Game of Thrones, Wagner's Ring Cycle and Marvel Comics. The Norse Myths takes us on a thrilling journey through the Norse cosmos, from the creation of the world to Ragnarok, the final world-destroying conflict; via the Nine Worlds, and the exploits of the mighty gods and goddesses - mystical Odin, malicious Loki, mighty Thor and more - and their quarrel with the giants. Bringing to life the magical world of monsters and mythical creatures, this also introduces the adventures of humankind: folk heroes and tricksters; Sigmund's great battle in the Volsung Saga; the exploits of Kings and Princes; and Viking exploration and settlement of new lands including Iceland, Greenland, America, and Viking life in the Mediterranean and the East. As well as a treasure trove of these epic stories of heroism and cruelty, squabbles and seductions, The Norse Myths is a comprehensive study of their origins, survival and interpretations - as academically important as it is exhilarating.
Author: Lars Boje Mortensen
Publisher: Museum Tusculanum Press
ISBN: 9788763504072
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 352
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Mythology is usually reserved for non-Christian religions. However, the adoption of Christianity in Northern and East-Central Europe between c. 1000 and 1300 can be adequately described as a myth-making process: local saints were added to the Christian pantheon in all regions entering Latin Europe. The present collection explores the links between local sanctity and the making of national myths in medieval historical writing. By bringing together specialists in history and literature of the European periphery in question, the case is made that the writing of history and saints lives from this pioneering period should been analysed together as mainly successful attempts at creating cultural foundation myths.
Author: Jean Markale
Publisher: Inner Traditions / Bear & Co
ISBN: 9780892818150
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 252
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Some of the most powerfully moving tales in Western literature are found in the epics of Celtic Ireland. In this collection, Markale restores these texts to their original form and reveals how deeply these mythic tales have shaped modern thought.
