Publisher's Synopsis
The Sagas of Olaf Tryggvason and of Harald the Tyrant, Harald Haardraade is a book written by Snorri Sturluson and first published in 1911. The book is a collection of two sagas that recount the lives and exploits of two notable Norwegian kings, Olaf Tryggvason and Harald Haardraade.The first saga, The Saga of Olaf Tryggvason, chronicles the life of Olaf Tryggvason, a Viking warrior who became king of Norway in the late 10th century. The saga follows Olaf's journey from his early days as a Viking raider to his rise to power as king. It also details his conversion to Christianity and his efforts to spread the religion throughout Norway.The second saga, The Saga of Harald the Tyrant, Harald Haardraade, tells the story of Harald Haardraade, a Viking warrior who became king of Norway in the 11th century. The saga recounts Harald's many battles and conquests, including his invasion of England in 1066. It also explores his personal life, including his relationships with his wives and his struggle to maintain power in Norway.Overall, The Sagas of Olaf Tryggvason and of Harald the Tyrant, Harald Haardraade is a fascinating look at two of Norway's most legendary kings. It offers readers a glimpse into the world of Viking warriors and the struggles they faced as they sought to conquer new lands and build powerful kingdoms.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.
