Publisher's Synopsis
Islandica V3: An Annual Relating To Iceland And The Fiske Icelandic Collection Of Cornell University Library is a book that explores the history and culture of Iceland. The book is the third volume in the Islandica series, which is an annual publication that focuses on various aspects of Icelandic life. This volume is particularly focused on the Fiske Icelandic Collection of Cornell University Library, which is one of the largest collections of Icelandic literature and manuscripts in the world.The book is written by George William Harris, who was a professor of Icelandic language and literature at Cornell University. Harris was a renowned scholar of Icelandic studies and had a deep knowledge of the history and culture of Iceland. In this volume, he provides a comprehensive overview of the Fiske Icelandic Collection, including its history, contents, and significance.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the collection. The first section provides an overview of the collection and its history, while the second section focuses on the manuscripts and printed books in the collection. The third section explores the literary and cultural significance of the collection, while the fourth section provides a detailed bibliography of the collection.Overall, Islandica V3: An Annual Relating To Iceland And The Fiske Icelandic Collection Of Cornell University Library is an essential resource for anyone interested in Icelandic studies, literature, or culture. It provides a comprehensive overview of one of the most important collections of Icelandic literature and manuscripts in the world, and offers insights into the history and culture of Iceland.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.