Comp to Old Norse Lit

This major survey of Old Norse-Icelandic literature and culture demonstrates the remarkable continuity of Icelandic language and culture from medieval to modern times.

• Comprises 29 chapters written by leading scholars in the field
• Reflects current debates among Old Norse-Icelandic scholars
• Pays attention to previously neglected areas of study, such as the sagas of Icelandic bishops and the fantasy sagas
• Looks at the ways Old Norse-Icelandic literature is used by modern writers, artists and film directors, both within and outside Scandinavia
• Sets Old Norse-Icelandic language and literature in its wider cultural context

Author: Rory McTurk
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
Published: 10/01/2007
Series: Blackwell Companions to Literature and Culture
Pages: 592
Weight: 2.01lbs
Size: 9.69h x 6.73w x 1.21d
ISBN: 9781405163675