Sworn Brothers: A Tale Of The Early Days Of Iceland (1921)

The Sworn Brothers: A Tale Of The Early Days Of Iceland is a historical novel written by Icelandic author Gunnar Gunnarsson and first published in 1921. The story is set in the early days of Iceland's settlement, around the year 1000 AD, and follows the lives of two young men, Thorgeir and Thormod, who become sworn brothers and embark on a journey to explore the new land.The novel explores themes of loyalty, friendship, honor, and the struggle for survival in a harsh and unforgiving environment. Thorgeir and Thormod face many challenges and obstacles along the way, including dangerous animals, hostile tribes, and treacherous weather conditions.As they travel across the rugged landscape, they encounter a variety of characters, including other settlers, outlaws, and even a powerful sorceress. Through their experiences, they learn about the history and culture of their people and gain a deeper understanding of themselves and their place in the world.The Sworn Brothers is a vivid and engaging portrayal of life in early Iceland, with rich descriptions of the landscape, customs, and beliefs of the time. It is a timeless tale of adventure and friendship that will appeal to readers of all ages and backgrounds.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.