The Story of Viga-Glum is a novel written by Edmund Head in 1866. The book is set in medieval Iceland and tells the story of Viga-Glum, a powerful and respected Viking warrior who becomes embroiled in a series of violent conflicts with his neighbors and fellow warriors. The novel is divided into three parts, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Viga-Glum's life and character.In the first part of the book, we are introduced to Viga-Glum as a young man. He is a skilled fighter and a respected member of his community ...
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The Story of Viga-Glum is a novel written by Edmund Head in 1866. The book is set in medieval Iceland and tells the story of Viga-Glum, a powerful and respected Viking warrior who becomes embroiled in a series of violent conflicts with his neighbors and fellow warriors. The novel is divided into three parts, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Viga-Glum's life and character.In the first part of the book, we are introduced to Viga-Glum as a young man. He is a skilled fighter and a respected member of his community, but he is also hot-headed and prone to violence. When he becomes involved in a feud with a neighboring family, he is forced to flee his home and seek refuge with a powerful chieftain.The second part of the book follows Viga-Glum as he rises to power and becomes a leader in his own right. He marries a wealthy and influential woman and begins to build a reputation as a fearsome warrior and a wise counselor. However, his success is threatened by a new feud with another powerful family, which leads to a series of bloody battles and a tragic ending.The final part of the book focuses on Viga-Glum's legacy and the impact he had on his community. Despite his violent tendencies, he is remembered as a hero and a leader who fought for his people and defended their honor. The novel is a vivid and compelling portrait of life in medieval Iceland, and it offers a fascinating glimpse into the culture and values of the Viking era.Translated From The Icelandic, With Notes And An Introduction.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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