Publisher's Synopsis
Northern Antiquities is a book written by M. Mallet and first published in 1847. It is an extensive historical account of the customs and practices of the ancient Scandinavians, including their mythology, religion, social structure, and daily life. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of Scandinavian culture. The first section provides an overview of the geography and history of the region, while subsequent sections delve into topics such as the gods and goddesses of Norse mythology, the role of women in society, and the Viking Age. The book is richly illustrated with engravings that depict scenes from Norse mythology and daily life, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of the ancient Scandinavians.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.
