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Kirsten Wolf presents a comprehensive revision of a longstanding handlist, focusing on the Lives of the Saints in Old Norse Prose. This work offers an updated perspective on the rich tradition of saints' legends within the Old Norse-Icelandic literary canon, reflecting both historical and cultural significance. It aims to enhance understanding of these narratives and their impact on medieval literature, providing scholars and enthusiasts with a valuable resource for exploring this fascinating aspect of Norse heritage.
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The Legends of the Saints in Old Norse-Icelandic Prose, Kirsten Wolf
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- Released
- 2013
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- Title
- The Legends of the Saints in Old Norse-Icelandic Prose
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Kirsten Wolf
- Publisher
- University of Toronto Press
- Released
- 2013
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 424
- ISBN13
- 9781442646216
- Category
- About Literature, World history
- Description
- Kirsten Wolf presents a comprehensive revision of a longstanding handlist, focusing on the Lives of the Saints in Old Norse Prose. This work offers an updated perspective on the rich tradition of saints' legends within the Old Norse-Icelandic literary canon, reflecting both historical and cultural significance. It aims to enhance understanding of these narratives and their impact on medieval literature, providing scholars and enthusiasts with a valuable resource for exploring this fascinating aspect of Norse heritage.