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Title:
The Story of Gunnlaug the Worm-Tongue and Raven the Skald
1875
Note: Reading ease score: 83.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "The Story of Gunnlaug the Worm-Tongue and Raven the Skald" by Anonymous is an epic saga likely composed in the 13th century. This historical narrative delves into themes of love, rivalry, and destiny, set against the backdrop of early Icelandic society where valor and honor were paramount. The tale chronicles the intertwined fates of Gunnlaug and Raven, two talented skalds (poets) and rivals, whose lives become tragically entangled through their shared affection for Helga the Fair. The storyline follows Gunnlaug Worm-Tongue, who, after a series of adventures and travels across various lands, vows to win the hand of Helga, who has been pledged to him. Meanwhile, Raven, also smitten with Helga, seeks to claim her as his own after Gunnlaug's prolonged absence. Through a mixture of poetic exchanges, battles, and a climactic duel, the saga explores themes of honor and betrayal against the backdrop of feudal Iceland, where personal honor and reputation dictated one’s social standing. The narrative ultimately leads to tragic consequences, highlighting the inescapable fate of both men as they navigate their tumultuous destinies intertwined with love and rivalry, culminating in strife and the deep sorrow it brings to those left behind. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Anonymous
Translator: Eiríkr Magnússon, 1833-1913
Translator: Morris, William, 1834-1896
EBook No.: 24421
Published: Jan 25, 2008
Downloads: 141
Language: English
Subject: Sagas -- Translations into English
Subject: Mythology, Norse
Subject: Legends -- Iceland
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
The Story of Gunnlaug the Worm-Tongue and Raven the Skald
1875
Note: Reading ease score: 83.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "The Story of Gunnlaug the Worm-Tongue and Raven the Skald" by Anonymous is an epic saga likely composed in the 13th century. This historical narrative delves into themes of love, rivalry, and destiny, set against the backdrop of early Icelandic society where valor and honor were paramount. The tale chronicles the intertwined fates of Gunnlaug and Raven, two talented skalds (poets) and rivals, whose lives become tragically entangled through their shared affection for Helga the Fair. The storyline follows Gunnlaug Worm-Tongue, who, after a series of adventures and travels across various lands, vows to win the hand of Helga, who has been pledged to him. Meanwhile, Raven, also smitten with Helga, seeks to claim her as his own after Gunnlaug's prolonged absence. Through a mixture of poetic exchanges, battles, and a climactic duel, the saga explores themes of honor and betrayal against the backdrop of feudal Iceland, where personal honor and reputation dictated one’s social standing. The narrative ultimately leads to tragic consequences, highlighting the inescapable fate of both men as they navigate their tumultuous destinies intertwined with love and rivalry, culminating in strife and the deep sorrow it brings to those left behind. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Anonymous
Translator: Eiríkr Magnússon, 1833-1913
Translator: Morris, William, 1834-1896
EBook No.: 24421
Published: Jan 25, 2008
Downloads: 141
Language: English
Subject: Sagas -- Translations into English
Subject: Mythology, Norse
Subject: Legends -- Iceland
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Germanic, Scandinavian, and Icelandic literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.