The Saga of the Volsungs

(Translated by Eirikr Magnusson and William Morris with an Introduction by H. Halliday Sparling)

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Paramètres

• Pages: 114 pages
• Temps de lecture: 4 heures

• Classiques
• Contes, Mythes, Légendes
• Fiction
• Histoire
• Poésie

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Exploring the rise and fall of the Volsung clan, this saga unfolds over five parts, beginning with Sigi's banishment and his subsequent quest to establish a kingdom, leading to a cycle of revenge. The narrative highlights Sigurd's legendary battle with the dragon Fafnir and delves into the tragic conflicts among Sigurd's kin, ultimately portraying the clan's decline. Blending myth with human drama, this work has significantly influenced the fantasy genre. This edition features a translation by Eirikr Magnusson and William Morris, along with an introduction by H. Halliday Sparling.

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• Année de publication: 2018
• Reliure: (souple)