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This retelling of the ancient Saga of the People of Eyri is a modern classic. Absolutely gripping and compulsively readable, Booklist said this book, “does what good historical fiction is supposed to do: put a face on history that is recognizable to all.” And medieval expert Tom Shippey, writing for the Times Literary Supplement said, “Sagas look like novels superficially, in their size and layout and plain language, but making their narratives into novels is a trick which has proved beyond most who have tried it. Janoda’s Saga provides a model of how to do it: pick out the hidden currents, imagine how they would seem to peripheral characters, and as with all historical novels, load the narrative with period detail drawn from the scholars. No better saga adaptation has been yet written.”
Publisher : Academy Chicago Publishers; Illustrated edition (June 1, 2008)
Language : English
Paperback : 376 pages
ISBN-10 : 0897335686
ISBN-13 : 978-0897335683
Item Weight : 15.2 ounces
Dimensions : 9 x 1.2 x 8 inches
Customers say
Customers find the story fascinating and interesting. They appreciate the well-researched and informative information about life in Iceland. However, some find the endings abrupt and missing parts of two chapters. The pacing is described as slow and the names are confusing. Opinions differ on the reading difficulty – some find it superbly written and easy to follow, while others consider it difficult to read and follow the plot. There are mixed reviews on the character development – some find them well-developed and balanced, while others find them difficult to tell apart and keep track of.
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