Publisher's Synopsis
Northern Antiquities is a comprehensive historical account of the customs and practices of the ancient Scandinavians, written by the renowned Danish historian and philologist, M. Mallet. First published in 1770, this edition was published in 1847 and includes extensive research and analysis of the Norse mythology, religion, social structure, and daily life of the Vikings. The book is divided into three parts: the first part covers the history of Scandinavia from the earliest times to the reign of Harald Harfager; the second part explores the mythology and religion of the ancient Scandinavians, including the gods and goddesses, rituals, and beliefs; and the third part examines the social structure and daily life of the Vikings, including their laws, customs, and traditions. Mallet's work is considered a seminal text on Norse history and mythology and remains a valuable resource for scholars, historians, and enthusiasts of Viking culture.Manners, Customs, Religion and Laws, Maritime Expeditions and Discoveries, Language and Literature of the Ancient Scandinavians (Danes, Swedes, Norwegians, and Icelanders.) With Incidental Notices Respecting our Saxon Ancestors. With a translation of the Prose Edda from the original Old Norse Text; and notes critical and explanatory by I.A. Blackwell, Esq. To which is added an Abstract of the Eyrbyggja Saga by Sir Walter Scott.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.
