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Elder Edda (Bray Translation)

Dive into the enchanting world of the Elder or Poetic Edda, a remarkable collection of Old Norse poems from the thirteenth century CE. This anthology stands as the cornerstone of Norse mythology and the legendary tales of northern European heroes.

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  1. Episode · Sep 12, 2026

    Grotesques and Fantasies-Israel Zangwill (opens the original)

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    "Grotesques and Fantasies" by Israel Zangwill invites listeners into a captivating exploration of the human experience through a blend of whimsical and grotesque narratives. This collection showcases Zangwill's unique ability to intertwine humor with poignant observations about society, identity, and the complexities of life. Its themes of absurdity and the search for meaning resonate powerfully today, reminding us of the enduring nature of human struggles and aspirations. Zangwill's vivid imagi

  2. Episode · Aug 24, 2026

    Stories from the Faerie Queene-Mary Macleod (opens the original)

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    Dive into the enchanting world of the Elder or Poetic Edda, a remarkable collection of Old Norse poems from the thirteenth century CE. This anthology stands as the cornerstone of Norse mythology and the legendary tales of northern European heroes. While the later Younger or Prose Edda, compiled by Snorri Sturluson around 1220 CE, often draws from these ancient verses, it is the Elder Edda that resonates with its profound influence on the literary works of J.R.R. Tolkien and his Middle Earth saga

  3. Episode · Aug 23, 2026

    Demi-Gods-James Stephens (opens the original)

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    Dive into the enchanting world of the Elder or Poetic Edda, a remarkable collection of Old Norse poems from the thirteenth century CE. This anthology stands as the cornerstone of Norse mythology and the legendary tales of northern European heroes. While the later Younger or Prose Edda, compiled by Snorri Sturluson around 1220 CE, often draws from these ancient verses, it is the Elder Edda that resonates with its profound influence on the literary works of J.R.R. Tolkien and his Middle Earth saga

  4. Episode · Aug 22, 2026

    Mother’s Nursery Tales-Katharine Pyle (opens the original)

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    Dive into the enchanting world of the Elder or Poetic Edda, a remarkable collection of Old Norse poems from the thirteenth century CE. This anthology stands as the cornerstone of Norse mythology and the legendary tales of northern European heroes. While the later Younger or Prose Edda, compiled by Snorri Sturluson around 1220 CE, often draws from these ancient verses, it is the Elder Edda that resonates with its profound influence on the literary works of J.R.R. Tolkien and his Middle Earth saga

  5. Episode · Aug 21, 2026

    Myths and Legends Around the World - Collection 04-Various (opens the original)

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    Dive into the enchanting world of the Elder or Poetic Edda, a remarkable collection of Old Norse poems from the thirteenth century CE. This anthology stands as the cornerstone of Norse mythology and the legendary tales of northern European heroes. While the later Younger or Prose Edda, compiled by Snorri Sturluson around 1220 CE, often draws from these ancient verses, it is the Elder Edda that resonates with its profound influence on the literary works of J.R.R. Tolkien and his Middle Earth saga

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