Prose Edda

The "Prose Edda," composed by Snorri Sturluson in the early 13th century, serves as a fundamental text for understanding Norse mythology and poetics. This comprehensive work is not merely a collection of myths but a sophisticated framework explaining the nature of poetry and the cultural heritage of the Norse people. Sturluson's use of a colloquial yet erudite Icelandic vernacular enriches the nar...