“All illustrate the “theory of courage,” which Tolkien called “the great contribution of early Northern literature,” meaning both Icelandic and Old English literature. It is a “creed of unyielding will”: The heroes refuse to give up even when they know… — Nancy Marie Brown Copy Share Image
“My bald pate bobs and blunders, I bang it when I fall; My cock’s gone soft and clammy And I can’t hear when they… — Nancy Marie Brown Copy Share Image
“And that age was known as the Golden Age, until it was spoiled by the arrival of the women. —Snorri, Edda” — Nancy Marie Brown Copy Share Image
“All illustrate the “theory of courage,” which Tolkien called “the great contribution of early Northern literature,” meaning both Icelandic and Old English literature. It… — Nancy Marie Brown Copy Share Image
