"Norway and the Nordic countries have a pagan heritage to be somewhat proud of. A heritage that few have been aware of," says Males. We are not talking about Snorri Sturluson. Even though he is the ...

But is this true for Iceland?

This online mythology course is an introduction to the religion of the Vikings as it is recorded in Old Norse and Scandinavian literature from the medieval period. You will learn about the different ...

He teaches subjects in Old Norse culture and religion, Arctic cultures, and medieval Nordic history. His research revolves around animistic expressions and environmental conceptions in pre-Christian ...