Runic and Heroic Poems of the Old Teutonic Peoples (Classic Reprint)

Explore the origins and writings of the Teutonic world through Runic and Heroic Poems. This scholarly edition presents the Runic and heroic traditions of the Old Teutonic peoples, including poems from Anglo-Saxon, Norwegian, and Icelandic sources, alongside an appendix on the Abecedarium Nordmannicum. It offers introductions, textual apparatus, translations, and notes that illuminate how these works fit into early Germanic literature and its manuscripts.The volume grounds the Runic alphabet in its history and use, tracing its spread, inscription practices, and the early writings that reveal a shared language from English to Scandinavian. It then moves to the core Runic Poems, followed by the Hnefatic and other related texts, with detailed notes and editorial insights. The collection also covers the Hildrebrand/Hildebrandslied material and related heroic fragments, placing them in a broader context of Norse, Anglo-Saxon, and Germanic poetry. The work is designed for serious study, yet remains accessible to neophytes in German or related fields thanks to clear introductions and bibliographic guidance.What you’ll experience- Clear introductions to the Runic alphabet and its historical context- Texts, translations, and notes for Anglo-Saxon, Norwegian, and Icelandic Runic poems- Editorial apparatus that helps you compare sources and understand adaptations- Appendices and bibliographies that point to broader research in Germanic literatureIdeal for readers of Anglo-Saxon and Old Norse studies, as well as students beginning work in Germanic philology, this edition supports both classroom use and independent study.Ideal for readers of early Germanic poetry and runology, including students and scholars seeking a reliable, annotated collection with scholarly context. Read more