The Gods of the North: an epic poem

In "The Gods of the North," Adam Oehlenschläger weaves a rich tapestry of Norse mythology, elevating ancient legends to poetic heights. This epic poem combines vivid imagery with a lyrical style, mirroring the dramatic cadence of the sagas that inspired it. Oehlenschläger's innovative use of meter and rhyme encapsulates a unique fusion of Romanticism and national romanticism, responding to Denma...