Conrad Hjalmar Nordby, Lewis Freeman Mott, William H Carpenter (William Henry)

The Influence of Old Norse Literature on English Literature

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Produktbeschreibung

Explore the fascinating connections between Old Norse and English literary traditions in Conrad Hjalmar Nordby's "The Influence of Old Norse Literature on English Literature." This insightful work delves into the impact of Icelandic sagas and Scandinavian storytelling on the development of English literature. A cornerstone of comparative literature studies, the book examines the literary relationship between medieval England and the Norse world. Nordby meticulously analyzes the subject, offering valuable insights into the ways themes, motifs, and stylistic elements from Old Norse literature found their way into English writing. This meticulously prepared print edition offers readers the chance to explore the roots of English literature and appreciate the enduring legacy of the Icelandic sagas. A key resource for students and enthusiasts of old norse, scandinavian, and medieval literature. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 116
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 6mm
• Gewicht: 172g
• ISBN-13: 9781022947405
• ISBN-10: 1022947400
• Artikelnr.: 74072112

Autorenporträt

Conrad Hjalmar Nordby remains a figure of note in literary scholarship for his contributions to the understanding of cross-cultural literary influences, particularly between Old Norse and English literature. His seminal work, 'The Influence of Old Norse Literature on English Literature,' illustrates his depth of knowledge in comparative literature and philology, drawing connections between two rich literary traditions. Nordby's scholarly approach is rooted in meticulous research and a dedication to unraveling the complex weave of literary history. His exploration into the echoes of Old Norse mythology, sagas, and poetry in English literature has shed light on the intertextual dialogues that shaped the literary landscape of medieval and early modern Europe. Nordby's analysis is not just limited to linguistic parallels but extends to thematic and cultural resonances that English literature owes to its Norse antecedents. His contribution is instrumental for medievalists, philologists, and literary historians in recognizing the Norse influence on foundational works of English literature. While biographical details of Nordby may be elusive, his literary legacy endures through his academic writings, which continue to inform and inspire studies in intercultural literary impact and the evolution of European literature.