Publisher's Synopsis
""History Of The Literature Of The Scandinavian North: From The Most Ancient Times To The Present"" is a comprehensive book written by Frederik Winkel Horn and originally published in 1883. The book provides an in-depth and detailed account of the literary history of Scandinavia, covering a vast period from the earliest times to the present day. The book is divided into several parts, each of which covers a specific period in the literary history of Scandinavia. The first part of the book deals with the ancient literature of the region, including the mythological and heroic sagas of the Norse people. The second part covers the medieval period, including the works of the Icelandic sagas and the poetry of the Skalds. The third part of the book focuses on the Renaissance and Reformation periods, when literature in Scandinavia began to flourish once again. This section includes the works of famous writers such as Hans Christian Andersen and Ludvig Holberg. The fourth part of the book covers the Romantic period, which saw the emergence of a new generation of writers who were heavily influenced by the literary and cultural movements of the time. This section includes the works of Henrik Ibsen, August Strindberg, and other notable writers. The final part of the book covers the modern period, which includes the works of contemporary writers such as Knut Hamsun, Selma Lagerl������f, and Halld������r Laxness. Overall, ""History Of The Literature Of The Scandinavian North"" is a comprehensive and detailed account of the literary history of Scandinavia. It provides a wealth of information and insights into the region's rich cultural heritage and is an essential read for anyone interested in Scandinavian literature or culture.With A Bibliography Of The Important Books In The English Language Relating To The Scandinavian Countries.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.
