Snorri Sturluson Books

This collection of Norse myths, attributed to Snorri Sturluson around 1220, offers a rich exploration of Icelandic heritage. It includes a prologue linking Norse gods to the Trojans, followed by Gylfaginning, which narrates the cosmos's creation and destruction. Skáldskaparmál features a dialogue on poetry between Ægir and Bragi, while Háttatal presents various poetic forms. As a cornerstone of Icelandic literature, this edition is enhanced with an introduction, notes, and vocabulary by Rasmus B. Anderson, printed on premium acid-free paper.

The third and final volume of a new translation of Snorri Sturluson's history of the Norwegian kings, translated with introduction and notes.

'What was the beginning, or how did things start? What was there before?' The Prose Edda is the most renowned of all works of Scandinavian literature and our most extensive source for Norse mythology. Written in Iceland a century after the close of the Viking Age, it tells ancient stories of the Norse creation epic and recounts the battles that follow as gods, giants, dwarves and elves struggle for survival. It also preserves the oral memory of heroes, warrior kings and queens. In clear prose interspersed with powerful verse, the Edda provides unparalleled insight into the gods' tragic realisation that the future holds one final cataclysmic battle, Ragnarok, when the world will be destroyed. These tales from the pagan era have proved to be among the most influential of all myths and legends, inspiring modern works as diverse as Wagner's Ring Cycle and Tolkien's The Lord of the Rings. This new translation by Jesse Byock captures the strength and subtlety of the original, while his introduction sets the tales fully in the context of Norse mythology. This edition also includes detailed notes and appendices.

The first volume of a new translation of Snorri Sturluson's history of the Norwegian kings, with introduction and notes. The second edition is corrected and updated.

This facsimile reprint of a scarce antiquarian book preserves the original text while acknowledging potential imperfections such as marks and flawed pages due to its age. The effort highlights the cultural significance of the work, reflecting a commitment to protecting and promoting literature through accessible, high-quality modern editions that remain faithful to the original.

This collection features six classic sagas, including the epic tale of Beowulf and the mythological narratives of The Prose Edda and Sigurd The Volsung. Readers will explore the adventures of Eric The Red and the intriguing story of Gunnlaug The Worm-Tongue. Additionally, the volume includes an introductory essay that provides insight into the significance and cultural context of these sagas, enriching the understanding of these timeless narratives.

Exploring the rich tapestry of Viking mythology, this title features Gylfaginning, a foundational text that delves into Norse myths, and Skaldskaparmal, which provides insights into poetic diction and heroic tales. Ideal for poets inspired by the skalds, it serves as both a guide and a source of legendary narratives from the Middle Ages, capturing the essence of ancient storytelling and poetic tradition.

The biography of one of the most remarkable and memorable of the Medieval kings of Norway.

"Over a period of twenty years Snorri Sturluson, scholar, courtier and poet, compiled the prose Edda as a textbook for young poets who wished to praise kings. His work surveys the content, style and metres of traditional Viking poetry and includes a lengthy poem of Snorrie's own, praising the king of Norway. Ironically, Snorri was killed in his own cellar in Iceland in 1241 on the instigation of the king of Norway, as a result of political intrigue. The Edda contains the most extensive account of Norse myths and legends that has survived from the Middle Ages as well as the popular stories of Odin winning back the mead of poetic inspiration and Thor fishing for the Midgard serpent" -- provided by publisher

A classic medieval work that tells the history of the Norwegian Kings from the 9th century to the 12th century. This book is a masterpiece of medieval literature that is a must-read for anyone interested in the sagas of Icelanders, Viking history, and Old Norse literature.