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The Viking Herald's selection of the 10 best Norse sagas
The Norse sagas are invaluable pieces not only of medieval literature – written in Nordic vernacular languages rather than Latin – but also provide a valuable window into the history, culture, and mythology of people in Viking societies.4 months ago -
Norse sagas: What you need to know about the epic Heimskringla
Snorri Sturluson's sagas have enlightened and entertained for generations.5 months ago -
An introduction: What is the meaning behind Norse runes?
Only with the completion of the Christianization of Scandinavia in the 12th century CE did the wholescale replacement of the Norse runic alphabet ensue.7 months ago -
Who was Snorri Sturluson, the great Icelandic author and poet?
Much of what we know about Norse mythology and early medieval Scandinavian history is thanks to the work of just one single man, 13th century CE Icelandic author, poet, and politician, Snorri Sturluson.10 months ago -
All you need to know about the Elder Futhark, the oldest form of runic alphabets
The most commonly known runic letters today are, of course, the two symbols that make up the Bluetooth technology symbol. Yet their history can be traced back two millennia to a writing system developed during the first few centuries CE.11 months ago -
What you need to know about Norse sagas
For more than a millennium, Norse sagas have enthralled captive audiences with their diverse mix of prose, poetry, romance, and adventure.11 months ago -
What you need to know about the world-famous Rök runestone
With world-famous authors ranging from Stieg Larsson to Astrid Lindgren, Sweden is a powerhouse of world literature. However, the history of Swedish literature and the written word can be traced back to a large rock in a small town in the Östergötland province of Sweden.1 year ago -
What was the language of the Vikings?
From the 7th to the 15th century CE, Old Norse was the native language of the Nordic region.1 year ago
