A Companion to Old Norse-Icelandic Literature and Culture
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Author | : Rory McTurk |
Publisher | : John Wiley & Sons |
Total Pages | : 584 |
Release | : 2008-03-11 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781405137386 |
ISBN-13 | : 140513738X |
Rating | : 4/5 (86 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis A Companion to Old Norse-Icelandic Literature and Culture by : Rory McTurk
Book excerpt: This major survey of Old Norse-Icelandic literature and culturedemonstrates the remarkable continuity of Icelandic language andculture from medieval to modern times. Comprises 29 chapters written by leading scholars in thefield Reflects current debates among Old Norse-Icelandicscholars Pays attention to previously neglected areas of study, such asthe sagas of Icelandic bishops and the fantasy sagas Looks at the ways Old Norse-Icelandic literature is used bymodern writers, artists and film directors, both within and outsideScandinavia Sets Old Norse-Icelandic language and literature in its widercultural context