LaufásEdda

LaufásEdda, also known as the Lesser Edda, is a collection of Old Norse poems and prose works, primarily composed in the 13th century. It is one of the two main sources of Old Norse mythology, the other being the Poetic Edda. The Lesser Edda is attributed to Snorri Sturluson, a 13th-century Icelandic historian and scholar, although the exact authorship of some of its poems is uncertain.

The Lesser Edda consists of four main sections: Gylfaginning, Skáldskaparmál, Háttatal, and Dvergatal. Gylfaginning, or "The Beginning of the Knowledge of the Goats," is a dialogue between the giant Hymir and the god Odin, in which Odin learns about the creation of the world and the gods. Skáldskaparmál, or "The Art of Poetic Composition," is a discussion between Odin and the skald Bragi about the rules and techniques of poetry. Háttatal, or "The Hattatal," is a list of poetic meters used in Old Norse poetry. Dvergatal, or "The Dwarf's Lament," is a poem about the dwarf Andvari and his treasure.

The Lesser Edda is an important source for understanding Old Norse mythology and poetry. It provides valuable insights into the beliefs and practices of the Norse people, as well as the literary techniques used in Old Norse poetry. The Lesser Edda has been translated into many languages and is widely studied by scholars of Old Norse literature and mythology.