Scandinavian Sagas

Northmen is there to tell the tale, to pay homage to what was lost and celebrate what was won. Focusing on key events, including the sack of Lindisfarne in 793 and the Battle of Stamford Bridge in 1066, medieval history expert John Haywood recounts the saga of the Viking Age, from the creation of the world through to the dwindling years of halfhearted raids and elegiac storytelling in the 13th century.

Explore Captivating Viking Tales and Sagas Two captivating manuscripts in one book: Viking Sagas: The Captivating Tale of Ragnar Lothbrok, Ivar the Boneless, Lagertha, and More, in Their Historical Context Tales from the Viking Age: Captivating Legendary and Historical SagasThe period between the end of the eighth century CE and the middle of the eleventh is often called the “Viking Age” because this is the period in which Scandinavian people expanded their contacts with the outside world through trade, raiding, exploration, and colonization. The first manuscript of this book presents a...

Isak, a strong, stoical ‘tiller of the ground, body and soul’, makes his way into the Norwegian hinterlands and settles on an area of land that suits him, unaware that it belongs to the state. He fashions the land into a farm, named ‘Sellanraa’ by the enigmatic Lensmand Geissler, and builds a life for himself with his wife, Inger, and their children. Together they endure the seasons and the encroachment of industrialisation as they cultivate the land and make it fertile, proving that fulfilment lies with the soil.

It is 935 A.D., and the North is in turmoil. King Harald Fairhair has died, leaving the High Seat of the realm to his murderous son, Erik Bloodaxe. To solidify his claim, Erik ruthlessly disposes of all claimants to his throne, save one: his youngest brother Hakon. Erik's surviving enemies send a ship to Wessex, where the Christian King Athelstan is raising Hakon. Unable to avoid his fate, he returns to the Viking North to face his brother and claim his birthright, only to discover that victory will demand sacrifices beyond his wildest nightmares.

From the international bestselling author Anthony Ryan comes the spectacular first novel in a new epic new fantasy trilogy inspired by Norse mythology. A new age has dawned. An age of blood and steel. An age of wrath. The land of Ascarlia, a fabled realm of bloodied steel and epic sagas, has...

The Age of Wrath comes to a thrilling close in this masterful conclusion from international bestselling author Anthony Ryan...

It’s the right time for love, but is it the right place? Following her husband's untimely passing, Martha's life revolves around their daughter, Rosie. But with Rosie leaving the nest and Martha's job in jeopardy, she feels life slipping away. On a whim, fueled by a love for Scandi-noir dramas, Martha travels to Denmark. Amidst its charming landscapes, she's drawn to the serene island of Fano where she meets the handsome Lars.

Ten Lives. Ten voices. One Country. A Century in Motion. A powerful novella-in-stories from bestselling historical author Esther Warren — a luminous journey through Sweden’s soul, told one unforgettable voice at a time. A girl clutches a letter, waiting for a name that never comes. A midwife rides through a snowstorm, singing lullabies to the dying. A teacher hides forbidden poems beneath the floorboards. A retired stationmaster keeps a notebook of names no one else remembers. Spanning 1860 to 1920, The Tale of Ten Voices is a compact, hauntingly beautiful collection of ten linked ...

Dive into the Legendary Sagas with Norse Mythology Embark on a visual epic journey through the Norse cosmos with "The Black Book Of The Norse." These compelling images unveil the mystique of Norse mythology, from the awe-inspiring realms of Asgard to the depths of Helheim. Each monochromatic picture invites you into a world where divine drama unfolds. In this enigmatic book, you will see about: How It All Started: In the beginning, with Yggdrasil, The Tree of Creation, The Cosmic Tree, The Tree of Life; and after the end with the Aftermath & Renewal. Explore the Rich Norse Pantheon: From ...

A tender historical novella set in 1860s Sweden — where a young girl stands at the edge of childhood, and the edge of the world she’s always known. Dalsland, Sweden – 1864. Twelve-year-old Elin rises before dawn to milk the cow, mind her younger brothers, and stir thin porridge over the fire. In a quiet village where everyone knows your name—and expects you to stay—she begins to feel the first stirrings of something more. A failed harvest. A baby’s fever. A carved wooden horse. And a boy named Jonas, whose dreams stretch far beyond the lake. As childhood fades and winter closes ...

It seemed like an open-and-shut case. But they couldn’t have been more wrong. When a 25-year-old woman is found dead in Stockholm, detective Vanessa Frank knows that there is more to the case than meets the eye. And when Vanessa finds herself on the trail of a dangerous internet community who call themselves "incels", her world starts to unravel. These ‘involuntarily celibate’ men have fostered hatred towards the women who turn them down, and now women are turning up dead.

The Völsunga saga is a legendary saga, a late 13th-century poetic rendition in Old Norse of the origin and decline of the Völsung clan (including the story of Sigurd and Brynhild and the destruction of the Burgundians). It is one of the most famous legendary sagas and an example of a "heroic saga" that deals with Germanic heroic legend. The saga covers topics including the quarrel between Sigi and Skaði, a huge family tree of great kings and powerful conquerors and the quest led by Sigmund and Sinfjǫtli to save princess Signý from the evil king Siggeir.

Step into the realm of myth and mystery with "The Judgement of the Thing: 13 New Myths from Rune Divinations." In this captivating collection, Jon Vaningi masterfully intertwines the ancient art of rune divination with the timeless tradition of Norse storytelling. Each myth is more than just a tale—it's a journey into the heart of the Viking soul, where gods, heroes, and the mysterious forces of the cosmos dance on the edge of destiny. The stories are rooted in the rich soil of the Prose Eddas, yet they spring forth with fresh life, offering readers a unique and immersive experience. ...

Eines Tages macht der Fischer Frans Bengtsson einen schrecklichen Fang. Mit seinem Netz holt er den leblosen Körper eines Mädchens ein. Die Autopsie ruft die Polizei auf den Plan. Im Leichnam finden sich Spuren von Süßwasser und Seife. Die siebenjährige Sara ist ertränkt worden. Patrik Hedström und seine Kollegen ermitteln. Gerade dieser Fall macht dem jungen Kommissar und seiner Frau Erica Falck zu schaffen, da sie eben erst Eltern einer Tochter geworden sind. Doch gegen alle inneren und äußeren Widerstände lösen sie Rätsel um Rätsel.

Tidigt på lördagsmorgonen den 7 april 1990 börjar motorfärjan Scandinavian Star brinna på Skagerack, i havsområdet mellan Norge, Sverige och Danmark. Ett omfattande räddningsarbete med deltagande av norska, svenska och danska räddningsorganisationer dras igång. Samtliga fartyg i området kommer till undsättning, med infernot går inte att hejda. 158 människor omkommer denna dagen, och branden på Scandinavian Star går till historien som en av de värsta färjekatastroferna i nordiska farvatten någonsin.

The descendants of Kaleva, the ancient giant, still rule old Kvenland but events are about to happen that will change the family dynamic, sending the sons of Thorri Snaersson on a mission of rescue for one of their own. As they scour the mainland and the islands surrounding Norway and Denmark as far as Orkney, they will conquer all the towns and villages in their path. The search ends with a surprise and a compromise with unexpected rewards and unspeakable tragedies. J.A. takes the dry narrative of the ancient sagas and brings it to life, one unforgettable character at a time.

It is the story of the Viking Rollo who came to France to sack Paris and ended up becoming the first Duke of Normandy. It is a tale of love and war and sacrifice and a family whose curse finally ends in triumph.

Das Prequel zum erfolgreichen "Cold Case"-Quartett. Es ist das Jahr 1983. William Wisting, gerade Vater von Zwillingen geworden, ist ein ehrgeiziger junger Streifenpolizist und träumt davon, eines Tages als Ermittler bei der Mordkommission zu arbeiten. Während einer Nachtschicht verfolgt er einen Bankräuber, doch diesem gelingt die Flucht. Erfahrenere Kollegen übernehmen den Fall, Wisting soll sich lieber mit einem von Kugeln zerfetzten Oldtimer in einer baufälligen, vergessenen Scheune befassen.

La giovane Tove lascia la scuola a soli 14 anni per affrontare una serie di mestieri umili, vissuti con un senso di forte solitudine e disillusione. Tra velleità poetiche e difficoltà materiali, la futura scrittrice cerca sé stessa in una Copenaghen sospesa tra le due guerre, affamata di vita e libertà.

Kautokeino im hohen Norden: Ein Staatssekretär wird auf einer abgelegenen Straße tot in seinem Auto aufgefunden, offenbar von einem Scharfschützen ermordet. Anna Magnusson, Stockholmer Staatsanwältin mit samischen Wurzeln, nimmt private Ermittlungen auf - ihre Familie scheint involviert. Auf deren Rentier-Weide ist eine neue Erzgrube geplant, was für heftige Proteste sorgt. Als ein weiterer Mord geschieht, spitzt sich die Lage gefährlich zu.