The Norse epics are a collection of ancient Icelandic and Scandinavian stories, poems, and sagas. The most famous of these is the Poetic Edda, which is also known as the Elder Edda or the Elder EDDAS. This collection of stories was written down in the 13th century and contains many of the myths and legends of the Norse people. It includes tales of gods, heroes, and monsters, as well as stories of creation and destruction. The Prose Edda, also known as the Younger Edda, is a collection of stories written by Snorri Sturluson in the 13th century. This collection of stories focuses on Norse mythology and includes stories about the gods, giants, and dwarves. Both the Poetic and Prose EDDAS are important sources of information about Norse culture and mythology.