Hilda Roderick Ellis Davidson
This book discusses what is known about the enigmatic fields of Celtic and Germanic paganism and what speculations have been advanced to provide a fuller picture of this "lost" world. Examines such spectacular archaeological finds as the seagoing ships found in graces and the bracteates--medallions depicting religious symbols and images of deities. From archaeology and etymology, Davidson moves on to literature, and the tales of such northern gods as the Viking war god Odin and the divine champion Thor. Also discussed are the cults of the gods and goddesses, guardian spirits, and sacred places such as Tara in Ireland. Finally the author describes the ongoing quest to recover northern Europe's lost faiths and their symbolism rooted in beauty and wisdom.
Nonfiction,Religion,Fantasy,Mythology,Religion,Paganism,History
The Lost Beliefs of Northern Europe