Five Pieces Of Runic Poetry (1763)

Five Pieces Of Runic Poetry (1763)

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Five Pieces of Runic Poetry is a book written by Thomas Percy and published in 1763. The book is a collection of five poems, all of which are written in the Runic language. The poems are believed to have been written in the 8th or 9th century and were discovered on ancient stones in Scandinavia. The book includes a translation of each poem into English by Thomas Percy, who was a renowned scholar of ancient languages and literature. The poems are considered to be important pieces of Norse mythology and provide insight into the culture and beliefs of the Viking people. The five poems included in the book are ""The Song of the Mill"", ""The Song of the Sisters"", ""The Song of the Husbandman"", ""The Song of the High One"", and ""The Song of the Sun"". Each poem tells a different story or conveys a different message, ranging from the importance of hard work to the power of the sun. Overall, Five Pieces of Runic Poetry is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Norse mythology or ancient literature. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of the Vikings and their beliefs, as well as showcasing the skill and artistry of the Runic language.Translated From The Islandic Language.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.

Book information

ISBN: 9781104646325
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Imprint: Kessinger Publishing
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Language: English
Number of pages: 120
Weight: 185g
Height: 228mm
Width: 152mm
Spine width: 6mm