The Gods of the North: an epic poem

"The Gods of the North: an epic poem" by Adam Oehlenschläger is an epic poem that retells ancient Scandinavian myths. Drawing from old stories, it looks at the Norse gods and their battles against giants and monsters. The poem discusses big ideas such as how the world was made, the fight between good and evil, and the roles of powerful gods like Odin, Thor, and Loki. It begins by describing the start of everything, with the giant Ymer and the creation of the world from his body. This sets up the ongoing battle between the gods and giants, showing them as forces of nature. In its opening, the poem introduces readers to the world of Norse mythology and starts the story that will unfold.