Njal's Saga

Discover the epic tale of Njal's Saga, a masterpiece from the thirteenth century that delves deeply into age-old human dilemmas such as fractured relationships, loyalty conflicts, and the often devastating effects of unchecked violence. This gripping narrative unfolds through a cast of unforgettable characters, including the honorable Gunnar of Hlidarendi, a warrior torn between his martial prowess and his aversion to killing, and the morally ambiguous Mord Valgardsson. Rich in themes of human emotion, dreams, and prophecies, Njal's Saga chronicles a fierce fifty-year blood feud that resonates with timeless passions. This trade paperback edition, published by Penguin UK in 2002, features 432 pages of captivating storytelling, supplemented with insightful introductory notes, character indexes, plot summaries, maps, and recommendations for further reading. Fans of classic literature and epic sagas alike will be enthralled by this essential addition to their collection, perfect for anyone intrigued by military culture, historical fiction, and Norse mythology. Enjoy FREE shipping with this item, but please note that combined shipping for other products is not available. Allow up to 10 days for delivery.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780140447699
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2002
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 432


Description:
Written in the thirteenth century, Njal's Saga is a story that explores perennial human problems-from failed marriages to divided loyalties, from the law's inability to curb human passions to the terrible consequences when decent men and women are swept up in a tide of violence beyond their control. It is populated by memorable and complex characters like Gunnar of Hlidarendi, a powerful warrior with an aversion to killing, and the not-so-villainous Mord Valgardsson. Full of dreams, strange prophecies, violent power struggles, and fragile peace agreements, Njal's Saga tells the compelling story of a fifty-year blood feud that, despite its distance from us in time and place, is driven by passions familiar to us all. This Penguin Classics edition includes an introduction, chronology, index of characters, plot summary, explanatory notes, maps, and suggestions for further reading.

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