The Saga of King Hrolf Kraki (Penguin Classics)

Author: Byock, Jesse

Brand: Penguin

Color: Grey

Binding: Paperback

Number Of Pages: 144

Release Date: 01-02-1999

Part Number: 9780140435931

Details: Composed in medieval Iceland, Hrolf's Saga is one of the greatest of all mythic-legendary sagas, relating half-fantastical events that were said to have occurred in fifth-century Denmark. It tells of the exploits of King Hrolf and of his famous champions, including Bodvar Bjarki, the 'bear-warrior': a powerful figure whose might and bear-like nature are inspired by the same legendary heritage as Beowulf. Depicting a world of wizards, sorceresses and 'berserker' fighters - originally members of a cult of Odin - this is a compelling tale of ancient magic. A work of timeless power and beauty, it offers both a treasury of Icelandic prose and a masterful gathering of epic, cultic memory, traditional folk tale and myths from the Viking age and far earlier.

EAN: 9780140435931

Package Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.0 x 0.4 inches

Languages: English, Icelandic