A guide to the Norse gods

From Thor to Odin, Carolyne Larrington discusses the legendary figures of Viking mythology

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Published: January 29, 2021 at 12:19 pm

Professor Carolyne Larrington discusses her book The Norse Myths: A Guide to the Gods and Heroes, which explores the legendary stories and figures of Viking mythology, from one-eyed Odin to hammer-wielding Thor.

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