Sagas of icelanders, the: an introduction to all forty sagas with summaries
Auteur :
Lassen, Annette
Éditeur :
Taylor & Francis Ltd
ISBN :
9781032814490
Date de publication :
6 déc. 2024
Dimensions :
22,9 x 15,2 cm
Poids :
300 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
This book provides an accessible introduction to the Sagas of Icelanders, exploring cultural and historical contexts. Authored by an expert, it examines themes like belief systems, family dynamics, and gender roles. It covers diverse medieval tales, foreign influences, literary styles, and offers summaries of the 40 preserved sagas.