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The Viking Spirit

An Introduction to Norse Mythology and Religion

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The Viking Spirit

By: Daniel McCoy
Narrated by: Andrew Tell
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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.

©2016 Daniel McCoy (P)2019 Daniel McCoy Spirituality Norse Viking Viking Mythology

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author clearly knows his stuff, well researched and well written factual interpretation.

ironically despite his points which he clearly makes about a living oral tradition his retellings lacks enthusiasm or a good "narrative style".

would recommend for the detail but look elsewhere for entertainment.

sometimes struggled with less enthusiastic retell

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A thoroughly interesting book for anyone keen on Norse Mythology. It’s written in really easily understandable language (without patronising you!) and contains tons of facts and stories!
I’m by no means a scholar on the subject and I found it a great listen.
Andrew does an amazing job narrating and keeping you involved throughout the tales.
This is my honest opinion on a free review copy.

“Ragnarok is the final chapter in Norse mythology”

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Very well written book that makes it so easy to understand all connections. I have tried few books before I stumble upon this one. In the past I felt overwhelmed with information. This book is like Norse mythology for dummies but at the same time is written on high level so every intelligent person interested will appreciate. Love the fact that the narrator is male. Found couple of books with female narrator and even though the books were interested I kept getting irritated because they had female narrators.
Will gladly listen to it few times.

Great book

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Great listen and introduction to pagan ways and their stories, definetly reccomend to anyone interested in heathenism

Great book

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The information in this book is valuable and well researched. The book avoids making any declarations of fact and backs up what is known with sources.
The narrator however is not the best, and the pronunciations of words is questionable and often sounds garbled like he's trying to get through it quick.

Good information

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Very informative. Couldn't think of a better tool if you're just starting to learn about Norse mythology, but also useful for someone much more informed. If you're the latter you may pick up on some of the stories missing out some details, but these are only ever insignificant details that can be easily forgiven by the wealth of insight provided.

Good for every level of knowledge

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This is a great book with great story telling and explanations of where they come from. It explains everything in great detail and if you want to understand Norse beliefs this is an amazing starting point.

Great introduction into Norse beliefs

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More character could have been put in the retelling of the stories. A good overview of the mythology in general.

Good but a bit long winded

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a very complete and in depth look into Norse religion and how it manifested in every day life

a very in-depth read

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Not only do we hear well researched versions of the myths, but we get a detailed explanation of the religion too

Excellent delivery of in depth research

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