| Author |
Hildebrand, Hans, 1842-1913 |
| Title |
Lifvet på Island under sagotiden
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
E-text prepared by ronnie sahlberg and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by the Google Books Library Project (http://books.google.com)
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| Summary |
"Lifvet på Island under sagotiden" by Hans Hildebrand is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the ancient life in Iceland, particularly during the era of the sagas, capturing the significant events, notable figures, and socio-political contexts of the Viking Age. The book is likely to attract readers interested in Nordic history and the rich narratives that encapsulate this unique period. The opening of the text introduces the topic of early Icelandic life by detailing the motivations and events that led to the settlement of Iceland by Norse explorers, especially Ingolf and Leif. It describes the backdrop of turmoil in Norway due to the rise of Harald Hårfager, which prompted many to seek new beginnings on the isolated island. Through a blend of sagas and historical references, Hildebrand presents a vivid picture of the land's initial settlement, the aspirations of the settlers, and the various characters who embarked on this transformative journey. This foundation sets the stage for a deeper dive into Iceland's societal, legal, and cultural developments in subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Swedish |
| LoC Class |
DL: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Northern Europe, Scandinavia
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| Subject |
Iceland -- History
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| Subject |
Iceland -- Social life and customs
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
54081 |
| Release Date |
Jan 31, 2017 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jun 13, 2020 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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