Teutonic Mythology V2

Teutonic Mythology V2 is a comprehensive study of the myths, legends, and folklore of the ancient Germanic peoples, written by the renowned German philologist, Jacob Grimm. This second volume focuses on the gods and goddesses of the Germanic pantheon, including Odin, Thor, Freya, and Loki, as well as lesser-known deities and spirits. The book delves into the origins and evolution of these figures, examining their roles in ancient Germanic religion and the ways in which they were worshipped and venerated. It also explores the connections between Germanic mythology and other mythological traditions, such as those of the Celts and the Greeks. With its meticulous research and detailed analysis, Teutonic Mythology V2 is an essential resource for scholars and enthusiasts of mythology, folklore, and ancient history.1883. Other volumes in this set include ISBN number(s): 0766177424, 0766177440, 0766177459. Volume 2 of 4. Jacob Grimm was perhaps the first man who commanded a wide enough view of the whole field of Teutonic languages and literature to be able to bring into focus the scattered facts which show the prevalence of one system of thought among all the Teutonic nations from Iceland to the Danube. In this he was materially aided by his mastery of the true principles of philology, which he was the first to establish on a firm scientific basis, and which enabled him to trace a word with certitude through the strangest disguises. As a storehouse of facts within the special province of Teutonic mythology, and as a clue to the derivation and significance of the names of persons and things in the various versions of myth, this work has never been superseded and perhaps it never can be. Contents: wights and elves; giants; creation; elements; trees and animals; sky and stars; day and night; summer and winter; time and world; souls; death; destiny and well-being; personifications.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.