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Rydberg, Viktor
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1895
Rydberg, Abraham Viktor
Rydberg, Victor
Rydberg, V. (Viktor)
Anderson, Rasmus Björn
1846
1936
Anderson, Rasmus Bjorn
Anderson, R. B. (Rasmus Björn)
Anderson, Rasmus B. (Rasmus Björn)
Teutonic Mythology: Gods and Goddesses of the Northland, Vol. 1
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"Teutonic Mythology: Gods and Goddesses of the Northland, Vol. 1" by Viktor Rydberg is a scholarly work on mythology written in the late 19th century. This volume explores the rich tapestry of gods and goddesses from ancient Teutonic and Norse traditions, laying foundational stones for understanding the myths that shaped the cultural and spiritual life of Northern Europe. The text dives into various theoretical frameworks, including linguistic studies connecting Teutonic peoples to their Indo-European roots. The opening of the text introduces key figures in Teutonic mythology, such as Idun, Heimdal, Loke, and Brage, outlining their roles and characteristics within the mythological framework. Rydberg sets the stage for a deeper inquiry into the origin and evolution of these figures, providing historical context about the ancient Aryans and discussions surrounding their language and migration theories. This section also hints at the complexities of myth formation in medieval times and suggests the interplay between various cultural traditions that influenced the development of Teutonic mythology. Overall, the opening chapters serve as a comprehensive introduction to the foundational myths that influenced a whole civilization, engaging readers with notions of divinity, creation, and ancestry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Mythology, Germanic
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Legends -- Germany
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