num_pages: 224
description: This is an A-Z guide to the mythology of the Vikings, with over 400 articles covering myths, gods and goddesses, giants, dwarves, elves and other supernatural creatures. It aims to provide an insight into a folklore tradition which has inspired talents as diverse as Wagner and Tolkien. A general historical introduction provides an overall perspective, and background material on the archaeology and social framework of the Norse world is provided.
language: English
title: Dictionary of Norse Myth and Legend
titlecomplete: Dictionary of Norse Myth and Legend
genres: Mythology, Religion, Reference, Nonfiction, History, Folklore, Research
ratings_count: 64
publisher: UNKNO