Publisher's Synopsis
The Volsung Saga is a classic epic poem that tells the story of the legendary Volsung family in ancient Scandinavia. The anonymous author weaves together elements of Norse mythology, heroic sagas, and historical events to create a gripping and dramatic narrative. The story follows the adventures of the Volsungs, who are descended from the god Odin and destined for greatness. The main protagonist, Sigurd, is a brave warrior who slays a dragon and wins a magical ring that grants him immense power. Along the way, he falls in love with a beautiful princess named Brynhild, but their romance is doomed by a curse. The saga is full of battles, betrayals, and supernatural events, and it is a fascinating glimpse into the culture and beliefs of ancient Scandinavia. The Volsung Saga is a must-read for anyone interested in Norse mythology, epic poetry, or medieval literature.Learn the story behind that whole Ride of the Valkyries.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.
