A Companion To Old Norse-icelandic Literature A... May 2026

: Chapters extend beyond literary analysis to include archaeology, social institutions, laws, and geography, setting the literature within its wider cultural and historical context.

: The text addresses traditional topics like Eddic poetry , Family sagas , and Kings' sagas while introducing previously neglected areas such as the sagas of Icelandic bishops and translated knights' sagas.

: Archaeology of economy and society, historical background of Iceland (870–1400), and language development. Poetry : Eddic poetry, skaldic poetry, and Christian poetry. A Companion to Old Norse-Icelandic Literature a...

: Family sagas, contemporary history (Sturlunga saga), and sagas of prehistory ( fornaldarsögur ).

The book is structured to provide a logical progression from historical backgrounds to specific literary genres and their modern reception: : Chapters extend beyond literary analysis to include

: The volume examines how medieval Norse literature continues to influence modern writers, artists, and film directors today.

: Pagan myth and religion, runes, laws, and the role of women in Old Norse literature. Poetry : Eddic poetry, skaldic poetry, and Christian poetry

: A related volume, Old Norse-Icelandic Literature: A Critical Guide , is available in Paperback for approximately $52.00. Go to product viewer dialog for this item. A Companion to Old Norse-Icelandic Literature and Culture