The Saga of Grettir the Strong: Grettir's Saga

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Unknown

Standardized Title:

Grettis saga. English

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Saga of Grettir the Strong: Grettir's Saga" by an Unknown Author is a historical saga written in early 14th century Icelandic. The narrative centers around the exploits of Grettir, a strong and somewhat contentious figure, set against the backdrop of Viking society and its tumultuous events, including battles, familial ties, and the quest for honor. The opening of the saga introduces Onund, a Viking warrior who engages in various battles and relationships that pave the way for Grettir's story. Onund's valiant fights against King Harald and his eventual conflict with other Vikings set the tone of bravery and conflict typical of Viking sagas. As Grettir's lineage is revealed through connections to Onund, the saga foreshadows Grettir's own struggles with strength, rebellion, and the consequences that come with being a formidable figure in a harsh world. This portion engages readers by immersing them in a historical context filled with valor, personal conflict, and the rich tapestry of Viking lore. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Douglas B. Killings, and David Reid, and John Servilio, and David Widger

Notes:

Reading ease score: 87.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grettis_saga

Release date is 2008-07-05