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...

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...

As the Age of Wrath reaches its bloody conclusion, the world will be reforged in steel and fire . . . Thera Blackspear was once champion to the Sister Queens. Now she's a queen herself, with Elvine as her spear maiden, wielding a weapon forged by the gods. But while the traitorous Sister Lore...

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.

Trickster. Diplomat. Survivor. But whose side is Loki truly on? When monsters from Jotunheim descend upon a remote mountain village, Odin sends the one god cunning enough to deal with them—Loki. What should be a simple mission quickly becomes something far more dangerous. The leader of the raiding giants is Vetar, son of Skrymir, Lord of Jotunheim. Killing him could ignite a war between gods and giants that even Asgard may not survive. Now Loki finds himself trapped between two worlds he understands too well. The gods of Asgard demand loyalty. The giants demand vengeance. As Hela, Fenrir,...

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 ...

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.

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.

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 ...

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.

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. ...

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.

The Untold Saga of a Viking Fortune Hunter For three decades, Ulf of Borresta carved a path of blood and silver across England. He was no mere warrior—he was a Viking raider who amassed a staggering fortune in Danegeld, the extortion money paid by desperate English monarchs to keep the Norsemen at bay. In the churchyard of Orkesta, Sweden, two ancient rune stones bear witness to Ulf’s legacy. They speak of a man who stood alongside the most feared Viking chieftains—real figures etched into history—plundering towns, burning villages, and battling for wealth and power. The battles ...

Den avdankade författaren Stefan Marck skijer sig från sin fru Carina och börjar istället uppvakta hennes väninna Vivianne. Men hon är inte lika förtjust i Stefan och efter en blöt natt slår han ihjäl henne och lägger henne i badkaret. Han försöker städa upp efter sig men tappar en ring i trapphuset. Kjell Myhrman kopplas in på fallet och snart nystas både en mordutredning och en narkotikahärva upp. Vic Suneson, pseudonym för Sune Viktor Lundquist, föddes den 11 november 1911 i Stockholm och dog den 5 september 1975 i Sundbyberg.

Två likadana mord begås på två helt olika platser i huvudstaden. Filmproducenten Håte Holm huggs brutalt ner på Paradisöarna i Stockholms skärgård samtidigt som industrimagnaten Robert Blom går samma öde till mötes i sin ateljévåning i Gröndal i Stockholm. Vad har offren gemensamt och varför dödades de med en bajonett i halsen? Kjell Myrman kopplas snart in på fallen och står snart inför en rejäl utmaning. Vic Suneson, pseudonym för Sune Viktor Lundquist, föddes den 11 november 1911 i Stockholm och dog den 5 september 1975 i Sundbyberg.

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 ...

Ett dödsfall i ett statligt ämbetsverk är upptakten till denna deckarroman i unik Stockholmsmiljö. Det förefaller visserligen som självmord, men kommissarie Svensson konstaterar ganska omgående att det i själva verket är mord. Där finns åtskilliga misstänkta: den döde byråchefen P.M. var en stor Don Juan och en hård ämbetsman. Ett ämbetsverk kan under den skenbart Iugna ytan dölja lidelser och slitningar av oväntad intensitet. Spänningen stegras av den kvävande sommarhettan i gräsänklingarnas Stockholm och mördaren drivs vidare mot nya dåd.

O.P. Nilsson står inför ett dilemma. Hans chef och gode vän, Kjell Myrman, har drabbats av överansträngning och rest till fjällen för att vila upp sig. Plötsligt en dag får O.P. reda på att en död kvinna hittats i Myrmans rum. Hon visar sig vara gift med en inflytelserik industriman på orten. Myrman själv minns knappt någonting av kvällen. Vad är det som har hänt egentligen?