The Saga of the Volsungs The Norse Epic of Sigurd the Dragon Slayer

Translators: Jesse Byock

Written in thirteenth-century Iceland but based on ancient Norse poetry cycles, The Saga of the Volsungs combines mythology, legend and sheer human drama. It tells of the cursed treasure of the Rhine, a sword reforged and a magic ring of power, and at its heart are the heroic deeds of Sigurd the dragon slayer, who acquires magical knowledge from one of Odin's Valkyries. One of the great books of world literature, the saga is an unforgettable tale of princely jealousy, unrequited love, greed, vengeance and the downfall of a dynasty.

Book details

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Published: 27/05/2004

ISBN: 9780140447385

Length: 160 pages

Dimensions: 198mm x 9mm x 130mm

Weight: 124g