Publisher's Synopsis
The Volsung Saga is an epic tale of adventure, love, and betrayal set in ancient Scandinavia. The story follows the heroic Volsung family, whose lineage can be traced back to Odin himself. The saga begins with the birth of Sigurd, the son of Sigmund and Hiordis, who is destined for greatness. As he grows up, Sigurd becomes a skilled warrior and sets out on a quest to avenge his father's death.Along the way, Sigurd falls in love with Brynhild, a Valkyrie, but their relationship is doomed by a curse. He also encounters the dragon Fafnir, whom he slays and claims the treasure hoard. However, the treasure brings about further tragedy and betrayal among the Volsungs.The Volsung Saga is a classic example of Norse mythology and is filled with themes of heroism, destiny, and the struggle between good and evil. It is a captivating read for anyone interested in ancient legends and tales of adventure.Learn the story behind that whole Ride of the Valkyries.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.
