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The Edda
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The Edda, also known as the Prose Edda or Snorri's Edda, is a 13th-century Old Norse textbook written by Snorri Sturluson.
It serves as a comprehensive source for understanding Norse mythology and poetic traditions.
The Edda is divided into four sections: a prologue, Gylfaginning, Skáldskaparmál, and Háttatal.
Gylfaginning presents a narrative overview of Norse cosmology, gods, and myths.
Skáldskaparmál focuses on poetic language, kennings, and mythological allusions used in Old Norse poetry.
Háttatal is a collection of poems showcasing various poetic meters and techniques.
The Edda is invaluable for those studying Norse mythology and Old Norse literature.
It serves as a comprehensive source for understanding Norse mythology and poetic traditions.
The Edda is divided into four sections: a prologue, Gylfaginning, Skáldskaparmál, and Háttatal.
Gylfaginning presents a narrative overview of Norse cosmology, gods, and myths.
Skáldskaparmál focuses on poetic language, kennings, and mythological allusions used in Old Norse poetry.
Háttatal is a collection of poems showcasing various poetic meters and techniques.
The Edda is invaluable for those studying Norse mythology and Old Norse literature.
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