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Berserkers - The infamous warriors: The mystical fighters of Norse mythology and their eternal legend
The berserkers are among the most fascinating and terrifying figures in Norse mythology. As fierce warriors who fell into a state of unbridled frenzy, they shaped the stories and legends of the Viking Age like no other figure. But who were these mystical warriors really? What rituals and beliefs lay behind their unstoppable rage? And why do they still have such a strong influence on our culture today?
In this book, you will delve deep into the world of the berserkers. You will learn about their origins as Odin's indomitable warriors, their ritual practices and the symbolism that surrounded them. Discover the historical significance of these warriors in Norse society and the various depictions of their battles in the Icelandic sagas. Learn more about the role of bear and wolf skins, the mysterious number twelve and the berserkers' connection to the ancient gods of the north.
In addition to the historical and mythological analysis, this book also sheds light on the modern reception of berserkers in film, literature and pop culture. It shows how these fearsome warriors have become symbols of brute strength and uncontrollable rage that still inspire the imagination today.
Ideal for fans of Norse mythology, history and epic tales, this book offers a comprehensive and gripping account of the legendary berserkers and their eternal legend.
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Berserkers - The infamous warriors: The mystical fighters of Norse mythology and their eternal legend The berserkers are among the most fascinating and terrifying figures in Norse mythology. As fier...
Specificaties
Auteur
Tim Nilsen
Uitgever
Van Ditmar Boekenimport B.V.
Taal
Engels
Aantal pagina's
126
Ondertitel
The mystical fighters of Norse mythology and their eternal legends
Formaat
Paperback
Publicatiedatum
1 september 2024
ISBN
9798227062604
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