Njal's Saga
by Penguin Books Ltd
Title:
Njal's Saga
Author:
Penguin Books Ltd
Edited by:
Cook, Robert
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
432 pages
Publisher:
Penguin Books Ltd
ISBN-13:
9780140447699
EAN:
9780140447699
Publication Date:
06/12/2001
Classifications:
Biography and non-fiction prose
Weight (g):
436
Dimensions (mm):
131 x 198 x 25
Publication Country:
United Kingdom
Language:
English
Condition:
New
Price:£10.72
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Description
Set around the time of Iceland's conversion to Christianity, this saga follows a 50 year blood-feud. The narrative focuses on Njal Thorgeirsson who, along with his family, is burnt alive in his home. The saga exposes the cathatic power of vengance and inadequacy of the law.
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