"The Story of Grettir the Strong," by Eir???kr Magn???sson and William Morris, unfolds as an Icelandic saga, chronicling the life and exploits of the legendary hero, Grettir ???smundarson. Set in medieval Iceland, the narrative strains Grettir's adventure from a skilled and powerful warrior to an outlaw condemned to a life of solitude. Grettir's individual is complicated, embodying both energy and vulnerability. His exploits variety from courageous battles and heroic feats to confrontations with supernatural forces, taking ...
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"The Story of Grettir the Strong," by Eir???kr Magn???sson and William Morris, unfolds as an Icelandic saga, chronicling the life and exploits of the legendary hero, Grettir ???smundarson. Set in medieval Iceland, the narrative strains Grettir's adventure from a skilled and powerful warrior to an outlaw condemned to a life of solitude. Grettir's individual is complicated, embodying both energy and vulnerability. His exploits variety from courageous battles and heroic feats to confrontations with supernatural forces, taking pictures the essence of Icelandic sagas. The authors, Magn???sson and Morris, skillfully preserve the poetic and evocative traits of the original text, permitting readers to immerse themselves within the rich cultural and historic tapestry of medieval Iceland. As the tale unfolds, Grettir grapples with the outcomes of his actions and the demanding situations posed via societal expectations. Themes of isolation, destiny, and the consequences of 1's picks permeate the narrative, presenting profound insights into the human condition. "The Story of Grettir the Strong" now not best serves as an enticing saga filled with epic adventures however additionally affords a window into the cultural history of Iceland. Magn???sson and Morris, thru their translation, hold the timeless charm of the original saga, making Grettir's tale a long lasting and captivating exploration of honor, destiny, and the indomitable power of the human spirit.
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Add this copy of The Story of Grettir the Strong to cart. $14.85, new condition, Sold by Ingram Customer Returns Center rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from NV, USA, published 2024 by Double 9 Books.
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Add this copy of Story of Grettir the Strong. Translated From the to cart. $36.00, good condition, Sold by Ancient World Books rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Toronto, ON, CANADA, published 1900 by Longmans, Green & Company.
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Good with no dust jacket. Ex-library copy with usual stamps, call numbers and pocket. Ffeps are tanned. Spine ends are frayed. Spine has been repaired with clear adhesive tape. Spine title is worn. Mild tanning to pages.; 306 pages.
Add this copy of The Story of Grettir the Strong to cart. $129.66, poor condition, Sold by Anybook rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Lincoln, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1869 by F.S. Ellis.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. No dust jacket. Re-bound by library. Quarto, modern cloth binding. Title and library code in gold on spine. Signed 1884. Pages 101 to 108 detached. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 500grams, ISBN:
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