Wayland Smith: A Dissertation On A Tradition Of The Middle Ages (1847) - Couverture souple

Depping, Georges-Bernard; Michel, Francisque

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ISBN 10 : 1104526824 ISBN 13 : 9781104526825

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing Co, 2009

Synopsis

Wayland Smith: A Dissertation On A Tradition Of The Middle Ages (1847) is a book written by Georges-Bernard Depping. The book is a detailed exploration of the Wayland Smith tradition, which is a popular tale from the Middle Ages. The author examines the history and evolution of the Wayland Smith legend, tracing its roots back to ancient Germanic mythology and the Norse sagas. Depping analyzes various versions of the story, including those found in the Eddas, the Volsung Saga, and the Nibelungenlied. He also explores the connections between the Wayland Smith tradition and other legends and myths from the medieval period, such as the story of Siegfried and the dragon. Throughout the book, Depping provides a comprehensive overview of the Wayland Smith tradition, discussing its themes, motifs, and symbolism. He also examines the historical and cultural context in which the legend emerged, exploring the role of the smith in medieval society and the significance of metalworking in the Middle Ages. Overall, Wayland Smith: A Dissertation On A Tradition Of The Middle Ages (1847) is a fascinating and informative exploration of one of the most enduring legends of the medieval period. It is a must-read for anyone interested in mythology, folklore, and medieval history.And The Amplified Legend By Oehlenschlager.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.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing Co
• Date d'édition: 2009
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1104526824
• ISBN 13: 9781104526825
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 170
• Éditeur: Singer Samuel Weller
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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