Hnitbjorg

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In his second series for The Essay, composer Erland Cooper turns his attention once again to the mythical world. This time he embarks on five imaginary journeys to mythic mountains from around the world, scored by Erland's own music. Accompanying him are writers and storytellers who know all about these legendary locations. Tonight we visit Hnitbjorg from Norse mythology with storyteller Svend-Erik Engh. It's this mythical mountain where Odin, chief of the gods, stole the mead of poetry from the giant Suttung. Reader - Molly Gromadzki Violin & Vocal - Freya Goldmark Cello - Klara Schumann Producer: Victoria Ferran Exec producer: Susan Marling A Just Radio production for BBC Radio 3