Publisher's Synopsis
Norse Myth in English Poetry, written by Charles Harold Herford and first published in 1919, is a comprehensive exploration of the influence of Norse mythology on English poetry. The book covers a wide range of poets and their works, from the Anglo-Saxon period through to the Victorian era. Herford delves into the rich and complex world of Norse mythology, examining the stories of gods and goddesses, heroes and monsters, and the creation of the world itself. He then traces the ways in which these myths have been adapted and reimagined by English poets over the centuries, from Beowulf to Tennyson.The book is divided into chapters that focus on specific poets or periods, such as ""The Anglo-Saxon Poets"" and ""The Romantic Poets."" Herford provides detailed analyses of individual poems, highlighting the ways in which they draw on Norse myth and exploring their literary and cultural significance.Throughout the book, Herford is careful to situate the English poets within their historical and cultural contexts, showing how their engagement with Norse myth reflects larger trends and concerns in English literature and society. He also discusses the ways in which Norse myth has been used to shape national identity and political ideology.Norse Myth in English Poetry is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intersections of mythology and literature, as well as for scholars of English literature and cultural history. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the enduring power and appeal of Norse myth, and the ways in which it has been creatively reimagined by generations of English poets.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.
