Compact disc. Title from container. Lecture given by Timothy B. Shutt. Release date supplied by publisher. Recording originally produced by Crescite Group, LLC, p2012. In container (17 cm.). "8 lectures"--Container.
Contents:
Early history and origins: Gods and heroes, Norse mythology -- The primary sources: the loom of the Eddas -- The great hero-tale of the north: Sigurd Fafnisbani and the saga of the Volsungs -- The mightest saga of htem all: Gunnar, Njal, and Njal's saga -- "Kindest to his people, and most eager for fame": The Old English epic Beowulf -- "An ineradicable sense of fun" -- the shaggiest dog of them all: the exuberant epic tales of Ireland -- Courtly love and ladies fair: the troubadours, the Mabinogion, and Marie de France -- The new Christian-chivalric synthesis: Sir Gawain and the Green Knight.
Summary:
Professor Timothy B. Shutt examimes the contributions of the peoples of northern Europe through their vibrant literary legacy, revealing Celtic and Germanic values that shine through, exhibiting such characteristics as a courage, self-control, and respect for women.
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