The Heimskringla Or The Sagas Of The Norse Kings V1 (1889) - Snorri Sturluson - Bog

The Heimskringla or The Sagas of the Norse Kings V1 is a historical book written by Snorri Sturluson in 1889. The book is a compilation of sagas that tell the story of the Norse kings from the earliest times to the 12th century. The sagas are based on oral traditions and historical records, and they provide a vivid portrayal of the political, social, and cultural life of the Norse people. The book is divided into three parts: Ynglinga Saga, Saga of the Kings of Norway, and Saga of Olaf Tryggvason. Ynglinga Saga describes the legendary origins of the Norwegian royal family, while the Saga of the Kings of Norway covers the reigns of the Norwegian kings from Harald Fairhair to Magnus Erlingsson. The Saga of Olaf Tryggvason focuses on the life and reign of Olaf Tryggvason, a Norwegian king who played a significant role in the conversion of Norway to Christianity. The book is an essential source for anyone interested in Norse history and mythology and provides a fascinating insight into the world of the Norse kings.In Four Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.