A new online course from Irina-Maria Manea offers a deep dive into Njal’s Saga. This six-week course begins October 6th, with live sessions each Tuesday from 4:00 to 5:30 pm Eastern U.S. time.
In this medieval book club we’ll explore all the intricacies of the ultimate example of Old Icelandic literature and one of the world’s greatest prose works: The Saga of Burnt Njal. Written in the 13th century about events happening in the Viking Age, it’s a story about friendship, feud and revenge, the complicated legal system in Iceland, and memories of the distant past with a touch of the supernatural. In each session we’ll discuss a number of chapters as well as historical elements in their broader context. Get ready to immerse yourself in the grand narrative of an unforgettable adventure!
A new online course from Irina-Maria Manea offers a deep dive into Njal’s Saga. This six-week course begins October 6th, with live sessions each Tuesday from 4:00 to 5:30 pm Eastern U.S. time.
In this medieval book club we’ll explore all the intricacies of the ultimate example of Old Icelandic literature and one of the world’s greatest prose works: The Saga of Burnt Njal. Written in the 13th century about events happening in the Viking Age, it’s a story about friendship, feud and revenge, the complicated legal system in Iceland, and memories of the distant past with a touch of the supernatural. In each session we’ll discuss a number of chapters as well as historical elements in their broader context. Get ready to immerse yourself in the grand narrative of an unforgettable adventure!
You can get more details and sign up here
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