The Sagas Of Icelanders: A Selection -
While there are dozens of sagas in existence, this specific Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition brings together the "greatest hits" that define the genre. Here are a few highlights you’ll find inside:
: A tragic tale of a love triangle that leads to betrayal and death, noted for its focus on strong female characters like Guðrún Ósvífrsdóttir. The Sagas of Icelanders: A Selection
: Follow the life of Egil Skallagrímsson, a brilliant poet and a brutal warrior who might have been the creation of the famous historian Snorri Sturluson. While there are dozens of sagas in existence,
: These stories record the Norse exploration of North America (Vinland) nearly 500 years before Columbus. What Makes Them Unique? The Sagas of Icelanders: A Selection
