Gods and Myths of Northern Europe Paperback by H. R. Ellis Davidson

Product Details

• Publisher: Penguin Books (1965-01-03)
• Language: English
• Paperback: 256 pages
• ISBN-13: 9780140136272
• Item Weight: 192.78 grams
• Dimensions: 7.75 x 5.07 x 0.58 cm

Surveys the pre-Christian beliefs of the Scandinavian and Germanic peoples. Provides an introduction to this subject, giving basic outlines to the sagas and stories, and helps identify the charachter traits of not only the well known but also the lesser gods of the age.

About the Author

Hilda Davidson (1912-2006) was a lecturer and Vice-President of Lucy Cavendish College, Cambridge.