The Book Of Edda Called Voluspa: A Study In Its Scriptural And Spiritual Correspondences (1897) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781166229870)

The Book of Edda Called Voluspa: A Study In Its Scriptural And Spiritual Correspondences is a scholarly work written by James John Garth Wilkinson in 1897. The book is a thorough examination of the ancient Norse poem known as the Voluspa, which is part of the Edda, a collection of Old Norse poems and stories. Wilkinson's study focuses on the spiritual and scriptural aspects of the Voluspa, exploring its themes, symbolism, and historical context. He delves into the poem's depictions of creation, the gods and goddesses of Norse mythology, and the end of the world. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which examines a specific aspect of the Voluspa. Wilkinson draws on his extensive knowledge of mythology, religion, and philosophy to provide a detailed analysis of the poem's meaning and significance. Overall, The Book of Edda Called Voluspa: A Study In Its Scriptural And Spiritual Correspondences is a valuable resource for scholars of Norse mythology and anyone interested in exploring the spiritual and philosophical ideas of this ancient culture.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.

Author: James John Garth Wilkinson
ISBN-10: 1166229874
ISBN-13: 9781166229870
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 218
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.08lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d