Laxdeala Saga, Norse myths 1960s Icelandic Saga Viking Stories mythology Vintage

Laxdeala Saga, is a Icelander' sagas. Written in the 13th century, it tells of people in the Breiðafjörður area of Iceland from the late 9th century to the early 11th century. The saga particularly focuses on a love triangle between Guðrún Ósvífrsdóttir, Kjartan Ólafsson and Bolli Þorleiksson. Kjartan and Bolli grow up together as close friends but the love they both have for Guðrún causes enmity between them.
Second only to Njáls saga in the number of medieval manuscripts preserved, Laxdæla saga remains popular and appreciated for its poetic beauty and pathetic sentiment. 
Details
Format: Paperback
Published: 1969
Size: 18 x 12 cm 
Pages: 267
Condition: Good condition, clean inside and out, 
 
Laxdeala Saga, Norse myths 1960s Icelandic Saga Viking Stories mythology Vintage collectible history Viking histories
xw6298  z402