The sagas of Olaf Tryggvason and of Harald the Tyrant (Harald Haardraade)

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Author Snorri Sturluson, 1179?-1241
Illustrator Egedius, Halfdan, 1878-1899
Illustrator Krogh, Christian, 1852-
Illustrator Munthe, Gerhard, 1849-1929
Illustrator Peterssen, Hjalmar Eilif Emanuel, 1852-1928
Illustrator Werenskiold, Erik Theodor, 1855-1938
Illustrator Wetlesen, Wilhelm Laurits, 1871-1925
Translator Hearn, Ethel Harriet
Translator Storm, Gustav, 1845-1903
LoC No. 19005887
Title The sagas of Olaf Tryggvason and of Harald the Tyrant (Harald Haardraade)
Note Reading ease score: 75.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Sagas of Olaf Tryggvason and of Harald the Tyrant (Harald Haardraade)" by Snorri Sturluson is a historical account likely composed in the early 14th century. This saga explores the life and adventures of Olaf Tryggvason, the son of King Tryggvi Olafson, along with the tumultuous era of his contemporary, Harald Haardraade. The narrative delves into themes of power, loyalty, and the harsh realities of Viking life, focusing on the journeys of key characters such as Olaf, his mother Astrid, and the political machinations surrounding the Norwegian throne. The opening of the saga introduces a dramatic backdrop, detailing Astrid's flight with her newborn son, Olaf, following her husband's downfall at the hands of his enemies. As she navigates life in hiding, swathes of tension build between the factions chasing them, especially as King Tryggvi's foes, Harald and Gudrod, search for Astrid and her son. The narrative threads through a landscape of allegiances, betrayal, and the raw survival instincts of its characters, setting the stage for Olaf's eventual rise. This opening serves as a prologue to a saga steeped in Viking lore, touching upon themes of fate and the quest for identity amidst the chaos of conquest and foreign lands. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Sagas -- Translations into English
Subject Harald III Harðráði, King of Norway, 1015-1066
Subject Olav I Trygveson, King of Norway, 968-1000
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EBook-No. 22093
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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