Gunnlaug the Worm Tongue and Raven the Skald (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161433739)

Gunnlaug The Worm Tongue And Raven The Skald is a book written by Eirikr Magnusson. The book is a collection of two Icelandic sagas - Gunnlaug The Worm Tongue and Raven The Skald. These sagas are known for their vivid descriptions of Viking life, battles, and love affairs. Gunnlaug The Worm Tongue is the story of a young poet, Gunnlaug, who falls in love with a beautiful woman named Helga. However, Helga is already betrothed to another man, and the two lovers must fight for their love against all odds. The story is full of twists and turns, and the final showdown between Gunnlaug and his rival is a gripping and emotional scene.Raven The Skald, on the other hand, is the story of a Viking warrior named Raven who becomes a famous skald (poet) after surviving a shipwreck. Raven's adventures take him all over Scandinavia, and he meets many interesting characters along the way. The story is full of battles, love affairs, and political intrigue, and it gives readers a glimpse into the complex society of Viking-era Scandinavia.Overall, Gunnlaug The Worm Tongue And Raven The Skald is a fascinating book that offers a unique perspective on Viking culture and society. The sagas are translated into English, making them accessible to a wider audience, and the book is a must-read for anyone interested in Norse mythology, history, or literature.Gunnlaug answers, ""Neither Onund nor Thorfin are men as good as my father. Nay, thou thyself clearly fallest short of him--or what hast thou to set against his strife with Thorgrim the Priest, the son of Kiallak, and his sons, at Thorsness Thing, where he carried all that was in debate?""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Eirikr Magnusson
ISBN-10: 1161433732
ISBN-13: 9781161433739
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 46
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.67lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.25d