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Orkneyinga Saga: The History of the Earls of Orkney (Penguin Classics) Paperback – July 30, 1981

by Hermann Pálsson (Translator), Paul Edwards (Translator)

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Written around AD 1200 by an unnamed Icelandic author, the Orkneyinga Saga is an intriguing fusion of myth, legend and history. The only medieval chronicle to have Orkney as the central place of action, it tells of an era when the islands were still part of the Viking world, beginning with their conquest by the kings of Norway in the ninth century. The saga describes the subsequent history of the Earldom of Orkney and the adventures of great Norsemen such as Sigurd the Powerful, St Magnus the Martyr and Hrolf, the conqueror of Normandy. Savagely powerful and poetic, this is a fascinating depiction of an age of brutal battles, murder, sorcery and bitter family feuds.

For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

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256 pages
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English
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Penguin Classics
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July 30, 1981
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5.1 x 0.6 x 7.8 inches
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0140443835
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978-0140443837
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Paul and Sarah Edwards are the bestselling coauthors of numerous books, including Finding Your Perfect Work, The Best Home Businesses for the 21st Century, and Making Money in Cyberspace. They provide millions of people with informative and inspirational advice on self-employment through their radio and television shows, their online venues, and their popular newspaper and magazine columns.

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Publisher : Penguin Classics; Reprint edition (July 30, 1981)
Language : English
Paperback : 256 pages
ISBN-10 : 0140443835
ISBN-13 : 978-0140443837
Item Weight : 6.7 ounces
Dimensions : 5.1 x 0.6 x 7.8 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #505,662 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #109 in Scandinavian Literature (Books)
- #539 in Medieval Literary Criticism (Books)
- #1,369 in European Literary History & Criticism

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Kevin C. O'Keefe

A little known classic

Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2020

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With a very focused story of the Orkney islands in the great Scandinavian tradition, this book is fascinating. Reads from sweeping to detailed like many sagas, but a excellent insight into the Norse history and culture of Scotland's fringe islands and coasts. Also interesting comments on other historical happenings nearby. A treasure!

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Bob

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Great book

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Annette Gann

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Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2018

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awesome condition

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B. Scharbor

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Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2015

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The story of my grandfathers is in these pages....Skál!

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Liz

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Reviewed in the United States on August 28, 2006

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This is a marvelous book. I bought it to find out more about the people involved there during Viking times. I found all I wanted to know about that, plus I found a very interesting and entertaining read. The information contained in this saga is priceless.

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Safirenzi

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2016

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A wonderful account of the Orkney islands from the VIking age and beyond.

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G. M. Kennedy

Orkney Islands

Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2013

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We will be visiting the Orkney Islands and this book has an excellent history.
We plan to take the book with us.

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Justin Wisniewski

Great.

Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2017

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The cover didn't look like the one shown, but that's okay.

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Jay

To anyone who has read books like the Iliad

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 10, 2018

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I found this extremely interesting. To anyone who has read books like the Iliad, I can't recommend these Sagas enough. They often get over looked in favour of the Greek works. There are some interesting accounts such as the Orkney Earl who used treachery to kill a Scottish rival (I won't spoil it) and the tale of the Orkney Raven Banner. The last one is my favourite as Orkney's own Land Waster turns out to be a mixed blessing in battle. The translation is easy to read and really portrayed the time to me making the book extremely immersive. In fact I lost myself in it and finished it far too quickly.

Shame there won't be a sequel. ;)

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Norse Viking

A must have read, you won't regret it!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 24, 2015

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Fascinating look into the life and times of my ancestors. Can recommend it to anyone interested in Viking history.

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... interesting facts to explain the unique history of a beautiful location.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 21, 2017

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Some new and interesting facts to explain the unique history of a beautiful location.

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Natalie Smith

Time for a read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 20, 2016

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Little bit disappointed with the quality/condition of the book but love the stories. Recently visited Orkney again so will love to read about all the places I've been.

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Heather M.

Fab

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 10, 2020

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Came in good time excellent quality and price

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