About this book
"Balder Dead" is a beautiful epic poem by Matthew Arnold. It draws from Norse mythology to retell the story of the the death of Odin's son, Balder, instigated by the treacherous jealousy of Loki. (Summary by Nathan)
Chapters
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- 101 - The Sending15:27 · read by Nathan
- 202 - Journey to the Dead13:53 · read by Nathan
- 303 - The Funeral24:08 · read by Nathan
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