{"title":"Series: Legends from the Ancient North","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the 'Legends from the Ancient North' collection, where timeless tales of heroism, magic, and vibrant mythology await exploration. This series invites readers to delve into the profound and captivating world of Norse and medieval Scandinavia, offering a rich tapestry of narratives that have inspired countless stories through the ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the must-reads in this collection is \u003cem\u003eThe Saga of the Volsungs\u003c\/em\u003e, an epic chronicle that has enthralled audiences for centuries. It is a legendary saga filled with daring deeds, tragic love, and the enduring quest for glory and honour. Ideal for those interested in the roots of epic storytelling, these texts allow readers to explore the complex characters and mythological themes that have shaped the cultural landscape of the North.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for enthusiasts of \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e, these books offer not just enthralling tales but also a window into the rich history and traditions of the ancient Norsemen. Whether you're a scholar of Scandinavian mythology or a curious reader, this series provides a unique insight into the cultural heritage of the North.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into the legendary sagas and uncover the mystique of ancient northern lore with our 'Legends from the Ancient North' collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-saga-of-the-volsungs-9780141393681","title":"The Saga of the Volsungs","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLegends from the Ancient North\u003c\/em\u003e brings together some of the magical texts that most influenced Tolkien.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'They summoned their friends, readied their horses, and prepared their helmets, shields, swords, coats of mail.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJ.R.R. Tolkien spent much of his life studying, translating, and teaching the great epic stories of northern Europe, filled with heroes, dragons, trolls, dwarves, and magic. He was hugely influential for his advocacy of \u003cem\u003eBeowulf\u003c\/em\u003e as a great work of literature and, even if he had never written \u003cem\u003eThe Hobbit\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eThe Lord of the Rings\u003c\/em\u003e, would be recognised today as a significant figure in the rediscovery of these extraordinary tales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLegends from the Ancient North\u003c\/em\u003e brings together from Penguin Classics five of the key works behind Tolkien's fiction. They are startling, brutal, strange pieces of writing, with an elemental power brilliantly preserved in these translations. They plunge the reader into a world of treachery, quests, chivalry, trials of strength. They are the most ancient narratives that exist from northern Europe and bring us as near as we will ever get to the origins of the magical landscape of Middle-earth (Midgard) which Tolkien remade in the 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46533623513324,"sku":"9780141393681","price":30.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8738793482238.jpg?v=1749394407"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/series-legends-from-the-ancient-north.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}