Viking Age Iceland by Jesse L. Byock PAPERBACK 9780140291155

Viking Age Iceland by Jesse L. Byock PAPERBACK 9780140291155

Jesse Byock

Explore the unique society of Medieval Iceland and the captivating sagas that define it. This insightful book by Jesse Byock delves into the anthropological and ethnographic structures of Viking Age Iceland, weaving historical facts with literary analysis. Discover a society unlike any other in Western Europe, free from foreign policy, kings, and lords, yet filled with tales of brutality. Byock masterfully reconstructs the inner workings of this intriguing culture, offering a brilliant insight into its social order and the reasons behind its literary focus on conflict. Key Features: * Multidisciplinary approach combining anthropology, ethnography, and history. * In-depth analysis of popular Icelandic sagas. * Exploration of the unique social and cultural codes of Viking Age Iceland. * Comprehensive reconstruction of a fascinating historical period. Summary: Viking Age Iceland by Jesse Byock is a paperback book offering a unique historical and anthropological perspective on medieval Iceland, written in English and published in 2001.

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