The Poetic Edda contains the heart of ancient Norse myth: the deeds of gods, the wisdom of seers, and the clash of monsters and heroes. From the yawning abyss before creation to the harrowing Twilight of the Gods at Ragnarok, the tales of the Poetic Edda represent the primary literary source from which we have derived our knowledge of ancient Norse beliefs and mythology. This medieval-style edition is worthy of these tales—stylized in the archaic Germanic aesthetic with runic Old Norse text alongside modern English, designed to immerse readers in the mythic world.

Features: 
Old Norse and English Texts: Faithful dual-language presentation utilizing the Old Norse text from the Codex Regius and the Henry Bellows English translation. The Old Norse is written in a specially-designed Latin alphabet inspired by the Anglo-Saxon capitals from the Lindisfarne Gospels and the text of the Codex Runicus (13th century) - though it is visually very runic, it is still decipherable to the modern eye accustomed to Latin alphabets so you can read and follow along the Old Norse.

Illustrations Inspired by Norse Art: Designs echoing the complex dynamism of Viking-age carvings, runestones, and artifacts.