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Title: La Saga de Njal

Note: Reading ease score: 90.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Jóhannes Birgir Jensson, Eric Vautier and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team of Europe. This file
was produced from images generously made available by the
National Library of Iceland and Cornell University Library
via www.sagnanet.is.

Summary: "La Saga de Njal" by Rodolphe Dareste is a translated historical saga written in the late 19th century. This work recounts the tale of Njal and the events surrounding his life in medieval Iceland, focusing on themes of honor, vengeance, and the complexities of societal laws within the Norse culture. The opening of the saga sets the stage by introducing several key characters, including Mörd Gigja, a powerful lawman, and his beautiful daughter Unn, along with her eventual suitor Hrut. The narrative begins with Mörd's preparations to marry his daughter to Hrut, showcasing the intricate dynamics of familial relationships and societal expectations. Additionally, it touches upon Hrut’s brother Höskuld and the implications of their choices within this community, leading to themes of conflict and the impact of marriage in this rugged medieval society. This initial portion lays a rich foundation for the dramatic interrelationships and conflicts that will unfold throughout the tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Translator: Dareste, Rodolphe, 1824-1911

EBook No.: 19440

Published: Oct 2, 2006

Downloads: 60

Language: French

Subject: Njáll Þorgursson, approximately 930-1011

Subject: Sagas -- Translations into French

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: La Saga de Njal

Note: Reading ease score: 90.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Jóhannes Birgir Jensson, Eric Vautier and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team of Europe. This file
was produced from images generously made available by the
National Library of Iceland and Cornell University Library
via www.sagnanet.is.

Summary: "La Saga de Njal" by Rodolphe Dareste is a translated historical saga written in the late 19th century. This work recounts the tale of Njal and the events surrounding his life in medieval Iceland, focusing on themes of honor, vengeance, and the complexities of societal laws within the Norse culture. The opening of the saga sets the stage by introducing several key characters, including Mörd Gigja, a powerful lawman, and his beautiful daughter Unn, along with her eventual suitor Hrut. The narrative begins with Mörd's preparations to marry his daughter to Hrut, showcasing the intricate dynamics of familial relationships and societal expectations. Additionally, it touches upon Hrut’s brother Höskuld and the implications of their choices within this community, leading to themes of conflict and the impact of marriage in this rugged medieval society. This initial portion lays a rich foundation for the dramatic interrelationships and conflicts that will unfold throughout the tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Translator: Dareste, Rodolphe, 1824-1911

EBook No.: 19440

Published: Oct 2, 2006

Downloads: 60

Language: French

Subject: Njáll Þorgursson, approximately 930-1011

Subject: Sagas -- Translations into French

LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.