The Viking Spirit

An Introduction to Norse Mythology and Religion

By: Daniel McCoy

Narrated by: Andrew Tell

The Viking Spirit is an introduction to Norse mythology like no other. As you’d expect from Daniel McCoy, the creator of the endearingly popular website "Norse Mythology for Smart People", it’s written to scholarly standards, but in a simple, clear, and entertaining style that’s easy to understand and a pleasure to listen to. It includes gripping retellings of no less than 34 epic Norse myths - more than any other book in the field - while also providing an equally comprehensive overview of the fascinating viking religion of which Norse mythology was a part. You’ll learn about the vikings’ gods and goddesses, their concept of fate, their views on the afterlife, their moral code, how they thought the universe was structured, how they practiced their religion, the role that magic played in their lives, and much more. With its inclusion of the latest groundbreaking research in the field, The Viking Spirit is the ultimate introduction to the timeless splendor of Norse mythology and religion for the 21st Century.

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positively outstanding

An outstanding scholarly View that highlights any biased opinions or "alterations" to the Myths. the writer quotes from many sources and shows in detail with as much authenticity as possible his views and discoveries into a spirituality and folklore that is so complex. it was a great read and I will definitely be buying the physical copy to add to my collection.

great context for the stories of the Norse

fantastically researched, this book provides great context into the worldview of the Norse. The stories are not as engaging as others have them in the telling but do well enough to get the bones from which you can make your own broth.

Great book

Incredibly well researched and presented. The author really breaks down the surviving sources by legitimacy.

excellent book

great book narration was really good and good to listen to. kept your attention and was very informative.

Amazing

This is absolutely the best Viking Norse book I have found yet. Great stories even better breakdowns.

Geat Factual Account of the Viking Life

If you're looking for a story like Vikings television or Thor and Loki comic characters this is not the book. this book is for those who want to understand the Vikings, their way of life, religion and beliefs. it's a great nonfiction book and good read.

love it

This book is everything I hoped it would be.I can see setting around a campfire with the kids... It tells the stories of the vikings sooooo into this book!!!!!

good review

good book. we'll written and researched. author made it clear his feelings about certain gods by the way he talked about them. he did put forward alot of thought provoking ideas about the subject. worth the read, but as with any book on the subject, take as only one piece of the larger puzzle.

Listening to it on repeat.

Highly recommend. Great outlook on mythos of the Norse gods. Give it a shot, cheers!

Incredible

absolutely amazing. the audio quality was incredible and the book itself is a must read for anyone interested in Norse Mythology. especially with me being a budding Asatruar.