The poetic edda the poems of the poetic edda have waited a long time for a modern english translation that would do them justice. Dec 09, 2019 jackson crawford will speak about and sign his new book, the wanderers havamal, on monday, december 9th at 7. Jackson crawford has done a great job of linguistic and cultural translation in this new iteration of the poetic edda. The poetic edda index internet sacred text archive. Jackson crawford the wanderers havamal boulder book store. Buy the poetic edda by jackson crawford from waterstones today. Stories of the norse gods and heroes by jackson crawford 2015, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. These amazing texts from a thirteenthcentury icelandic manuscript are of huge historical, mythological, and literary importance, containing the lions share of information that survives today about the gods and. Jackson crawford audio books, best sellers, author bio. A pioneer in the use of digital technology as a platform for educational outreach, he shares his expertise on old norse mythology and language at. Jackson crawford talks the wanderers havamal and viking. The saga of the volsungs is a medieval novelization of the myths of the most famous legendary heroes of the norse world, the family known as the volsungs.
Mar 15, 2015 the poetic edda by jackson crawford, 9781624663567, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. This book is a translation of all the eddic poems in codex regius of the poetic edda. The great poetic tradition of prechristian scandinavia is known to us almost exclusively though the prose edda, a collection of narrative literature, and its companion, the poetic edda. The poetic edda the poetic edda audiobook, by jackson crawford. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The poetic edda is not a book you read from beginning to end like a novel. With my youtube channel dedicated to answering all the most frequently asked questions about old norse language and mythology, and my bestselling translations of the most important surviving sources of. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the poetic edda. Stories of the norse gods and heroes ebook written by jackson crawford. The poems originated in iceland, norway, and greenland between the ninth and th centuries, when they were compiled in a unique manuscript known as the codex regius. Crawford born august 28, 1985 is an american scholar and poet who specializes in old norse. These formed the basis of the translations presented in the book, which is geared primarily towards students and everyday readers. The first edition does have a couple of typos in, but the latest print looks perfect.
The poems of the poetic edda have waited a long time for a modern english translation th. Rounding out the volume are crawfords classic cowboy havamal and translations. I came to it after having read a few books about the history of the vikings, and was ready to learn. How does the saga of the volsungs relate to the poetic edda and the saga of ragnar lothbrok. Stories of the norse gods and heroes hackett classics series by jackson crawford. One thing struck me after the first few minutes of the audiobook that i feel needs to be put out there.
Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. The poetic edda is not only of great interest to the student of antiquity. In 2015, i discovered jackson crawfords translation of the poetic edda, a work that truly made these stories accessible for curious laymen readers such as myself. The poetic edda audiobook, written by jackson crawford. An interview with jackson crawford, translator of the saga of. Oct 24, 2017 some starter book recommendations about norse language, myth, and sagas from dr. I really enjoyed jackson crawfords version of the poetic edda. An audiobook edition, narrated by jackson crawford, is also available from downpour, audible, and other audiobook retailers. The poetic edda audiobook by jackson crawford 9781982597559. These amazing texts from a thirteenthcentury icelandic manuscript are of huge historical, mythological, and literary. He also adds his own addition translation of the havamal in cowboy. Jackson crawfords new english translation of the poetic edda presents the stories of the norse gods and heroes in bracing. Crawford had a similar experience when he taught the poems of the poetic edda at ucla and, as such, began providing students with his own more approachable english translations.
The poetic edda comprises a treasure trove of mythic and spiritual verse holding an important place in nordic culture, literature, and heritage. Jackson crawford is instructor of nordic studies and nordic program coordinator at the. The norse gods, goddesses, giants, elves, dwarves and monsters are all vividly portrayed in these ably interpreted tales. Jackson crawford translatorintroduction of the poetic edda. Sharing real expertise in norse language and myth with people hungry to learn, free of both ivory tower elitism and the agendas of selfappointed gurus. Mar 05, 2015 the poems of the poetic edda have waited a long time for a modern english translation that would do them justice. Nov, 2018 the poems of the poetic edda have waited a long time for a modern english translation that would do them justice. The poetic edda contains 35 poems, some of which are very complicated. Stories of the norse gods and heroes, intended for the use of undergraduate students and. Dec 06, 2019 jackson crawford will regale the audience with old norse readings from the wanderers havamal at 7.
Jackson crawford has completed a superb job at translating the poetic edda into a book that is easy to read and to me, far more accessible than any other version. Stories of the norse gods and heroes audiobook by jackson crawford. Jackson crawford is the author of the wanderers havamal 4. Some starter book recommendations about norse language, myth, and sagas from dr. I usually read and study one or a few poems at a time, put the book aside, and then get back to it later. Crawford has published several books, including the poetic edda. Start a free 30day trial today and get your first audiobook free. Jackson crawford s old norse channel features expert information on all aspects of old norse language, myth, culture, and sagas, plus related subjects and some other things just for fun. Jackson crawford s new english translation of the poetic edda presents the stories of the norse gods and heroes in bracing. As a native icelandic and a lover of the old norse stories and the snorra edda poetic edda, i was very interested in hearing a english translation of it. Jackson crawford is instructor of nordic studies and coordinator of the nordic program.
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