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by Jacob Ludwig Carl Grimm (Author)
Teutonic Mythology V1 is a comprehensive study of the myths and legends of the Germanic peoples, written by the renowned folklorist and linguist Jacob Grimm. The book explores the ancient beliefs and practices of the Germanic tribes, including the Norse, Anglo-Saxons, and Germans, and examines the gods and goddesses, heroes and monsters, and rituals and traditions that shaped their worldviews. Drawing on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, medieval literature, and folklore, Grimm offers a detailed and scholarly analysis of the Teutonic myths, tracing their origins and development over time. The first volume of this two-part work covers the creation myths, the gods and goddesses of the Teutonic pantheon, and the heroic sagas of the Germanic peoples. With its meticulous research and insightful commentary, Teutonic Mythology V1 is an essential resource for anyone interested in the mythology and folklore of Northern Europe.1883. Other volumes in this set include ISBN number(s): 0766177432, 0766177440, 0766177459. Volume 1 of 4. Jacob Grimm was perhaps the first man who commanded a wide enough view of the whole field of Teutonic languages and literature to be able to bring into focus the scattered facts which show the prevalence of one system of thought among all the Teutonic nations from Iceland to the Danube. In this he was materially aided by his mastery of the true principles of philology, which he was the first to establish on a firm scientific basis, and which enabled him to trace a word with certitude through the strangest disguises. As a storehouse of facts within the special province of Teutonic mythology, and as a clue to the derivation and significance of the names of persons and things in the various versions of myth, this work has never been superseded and perhaps it never can be. Partial Contents: God; worship; temples; priests; gods; goddesses; condition of gods; heroes; wise women.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
