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Lost but Not Forgotten: The Saga of Hrómundur and Its Manuscript Transmission

Lost but Not Forgotten: The Saga of Hrómundur and Its Manuscript Transmission

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Lost but Not Forgotten: The Saga of Hrómundur and Its Manuscript Transmission

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Lost but Not Forgotten: The Saga of Hrómundur and Its Manuscript Transmission

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For over nine centuries, from its performance at the wedding feast at Reykhólar in 1119 to its recent Viking metal adaptation by the Faroese band Týr, the saga of Hrómundur has captivated audiences in Iceland and beyond. Lost but Not Forgotten embarks on an unprecedented exploration of the rich transmission history of this saga across centuries. This landmark study presents the first-ever edition of the saga's three versions and illuminates the historical contexts and intellectual networks that kept the story alive. By focusing on the intellectual networks that shaped its preservation and circulation, this book unveils fresh insights into Old Norse-Icelandic literature, asserting the crucial role of manuscript studies and textual criticism in unravelling the complexities of historical literary traditions. Essential for anyone interested in the evolution of medieval stories, Lost but Not Forgotten bridges the past and present, showcasing the enduring legacy of the saga of Hrómundur across the ages.
For over nine centuries, from its performance at the wedding feast at Reykhólar in 1119 to its recent Viking metal adaptation by the Faroese band Týr, the saga of Hrómundur has captivated audiences in Iceland and beyond. Lost but Not Forgotten embarks on an unprecedented exploration of the rich transmission history of this saga across centuries. This landmark study presents the first-ever edition of the saga's three versions and illuminates the historical contexts and intellectual networks that kept the story alive. By focusing on the intellectual networks that shaped its preservation and circulation, this book unveils fresh insights into Old Norse-Icelandic literature, asserting the crucial role of manuscript studies and textual criticism in unravelling the complexities of historical literary traditions. Essential for anyone interested in the evolution of medieval stories, Lost but Not Forgotten bridges the past and present, showcasing the enduring legacy of the saga of Hrómundur across the ages.

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