Edda
Snorri Sturluson
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at 250 WPM4h 26m
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Edda
Published
2006
Publisher
Dover Publications
Pages
266
ISBN-13
9780486451510
ISBN-10
0486451518
Description
"Over a period of twenty years Snorri Sturluson, scholar, courtier and poet, compiled the prose Edda as a textbook for young poets who wished to praise kings. His work surveys the content, style and metres of traditional Viking poetry and includes a lengthy poem of Snorrie's own, praising the king of Norway. Ironically, Snorri was killed in his own cellar in Iceland in 1241 on the instigation of the king of Norway, as a result of political intrigue. The Edda contains the most extensive account of Norse myths and legends that has survived from the Middle Ages as well as the popular stories of Odin winning back the mead of poetic inspiration and Thor fishing for the Midgard serpent" --
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Edda?
This edition of Edda has approximately 266 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Edda?
For most readers, Edda typically takes between 5h 33m and 3h 42m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 66,500 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 4h 26m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 9 days • Estimated word count: 66,500 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Edda?
The estimated word count for Edda is approximately 66,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Edda?
Edda was written by Snorri Sturluson.
When was Edda published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2006. The original work may have been published on a different date.