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The Story of the Volsungs

Anonymous

Publisher: Good Press

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Summary

"The Saga of the Volsungs" is based on Viking Age poems and combines mythology, legend, and sheer human drama. Although set in a very human world, it tells the story of the heroic deeds of Sigurd, the dragon slayer who attains magical knowledge from one of Odin's Valkyries. It is an exceptional tale of princely jealousy, unrequited love, greed, and revenge.
Available since: 04/11/2021.
Print length: 139 pages.

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