Seven Icelandic Short Stories by Ásgeir Pétursson and Steingrímur J. Þorsteinsson

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Editor Ásgeir Pétursson
Editor Steingrímur J. Þorsteinsson, 1911-1973
Title Seven Icelandic Short Stories
Note Reading ease score: 79.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents The story of Audunn and the bear -- A dry spell -- The old hay -- When I was on the frigate -- Father and son -- The fox skin -- New Iceland.
Credits Produced by Nicole Apostola, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary "Seven Icelandic Short Stories" by Ásgeir Pétursson and Steingrímur J. Þorsteinsson is a collection of traditional short stories likely written from the early 13th century to the early 20th century, celebrating Iceland's rich literary heritage. The stories encapsulate the life, struggles, and existential reflections of Icelanders, often exploring themes of morality, fortune, and the human connection to both nature and community. The beginning of this collection introduces the reader to the historical and cultural context that shaped Icelandic literature. It highlights the continuity of the Icelandic language and the significance of the sagas, which provide a background for the accompanying stories. The specific tales start with "The Story of Audunn and the Bear," detailing Audunn's adventurous journey from Iceland to Norway and Denmark, where he intends to present a rare white bear to King Sveinn. The narrative foreshadows the themes of loyalty, generosity, and the importance of ethical choices that will be explored throughout the collection. Other stories highlighted include character-driven tales exploring rural life, struggles against harsh weather, and compelling interpersonal relationships set against the backdrop of Iceland's stunning, rugged landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PT: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Subject Short stories, Icelandic -- Translations into English
Category Text
EBook-No. 5603
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Feb 3, 2011
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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