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<p><i>Nordiske Kaempe-historier</i> presents a collection of Norse sagas drawn from Icelandic manuscripts, including “Rognar Lodbroks Saga, †“Krakemaal, †and “Fortaelling Om Norna Gest.†Compiled by Carl Christian Rafn, this anthology offers readers a window into the world of Viking heroes, mythical beings, and ancient Scandinavian lore.</p><p>These sagas, filled with tales of bravery, adventure, and the supernatural, showcase the rich literary heritage of Iceland and the broader Nordic region. Explore the epic exploits of Ragnar Lodbrok, delve into the poetic verses of Krakemaal, and uncover the story of Norna-Gest, a figure who lived for three centuries. </p><p>This collection preserves and celebrates the enduring appeal of Norse mythology and Viking sagas, making it an invaluable resource for enthusiasts of history, folklore, and Scandinavian literature.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</