Norns: Weavers of Fate in Nordic Mythology

Discover the ancient wisdom of the Norns—the powerful weavers of fate in Norse mythology—through the eyes of a Danish author who grew up with these timeless stories. At the roots of Yggdrasil, the World Tree, sit three mysterious sisters who shape the destiny of gods and humans alike. Urd (What Was), Verdandi (What Is), and Skuld (What Shall Be) weave the threads of fate that bind all existence. But who are these enigmatic figures, and what can their stories teach us today? In Norns: Weavers of Fate in Nordic Mythology, Danish author Julie Golston brings authentic cultural insight to these captivating myths. Drawing from both the Prose Edda and Poetic Edda, as well as scholarly sources and Scandinavian folklore, this book weaves together rich storytelling with deep cultural context. Experience the Norns through vivid retellings, from their daily ritual of watering Yggdrasil to their encounters with Odin, Thor, and even the trickster Loki. Each chapter includes "A Deeper Weave" sections that explore the historical, linguistic, and philosophical meanings behind the myths, while maintaining the narrative magic that has kept these stories alive for over a thousand years.