Sir George Webbe Dasent byl významný překladatel a sběratel lidových povídek, který se zaměřil především na skandinávskou literaturu a mytologii. Jeho práce obohatily anglický jazyk o klasické severské příběhy a ságy. Dasentovy překlady, jako jsou "Popular Tales from the Norse" a "The Story of Burnt Njal", jsou ceněny pro svou věrnost originálu a zároveň pro svou čtivost. Jeho hluboký zájem o folklór a jeho schopnost zpřístupnit tyto bohaté kulturní poklady anglicky mluvícím čtenářům z něj činí důležitou postavu v oblasti literárního překladu.
The Story of Burnt Njal is an exciting and thought-provoking tale from the Icelandic sagas. With a unique blend of history and legend, this book tells the story of Njal, a wise and respected chieftain, and his battle against his enemies. Sir George Webbe Dasent's translation captures the epic scope and power of the original text, and this edition also includes a specially abridged introduction that puts the story in context. If you're looking for an intriguing and engaging story from a rich literary tradition, this is the book for you.
Ze staré severštiny přeložil a doslovem a poznámkami opatřil Emil Walter. Sedmadvaceti pérovými kresbami a dvanácti původními litografiemi vyzdobil Antonín Strnadel. Sbírka eddických islandských epických mytologických a hrdinských písní. Edda znamená islandsky prababička a toto slovo mohlobýt použito s významem prazáklad skaldské poesie. Obsah: - Píseň o Völundovi (Völundarkviða) - Píseň o Helgovi, synu Hjörvardovu (Helgakviða Hjörvarðssonar) - První píseň o Helgovi, Hundingobijci (Helgakviða Hundingsbana I) - Druhá píseň o Helgovi, Hundingobijci (Helgakviða Hundingsbana II) - O smrti Sinfjötlově - Grípova věštba (Grípisspá) - Píseň o Reginovi (Reginsmál) - Píseň o Fáfnovi (Fáfnismál) - Píseň o Sigrdrífě (Sigrdrífumál) - Zlomek písně o Sigurdovi (Brot af Sigurðarkviðu) - První píseň o Gudrúně (Guðrúnarkviða I) - Krátší píseň o Sigurdovi (Sigurðarkviða inn skamma) - Brynhildina cesta do pekel (Helreið Brynhildar) - Zánik Niflungů - Druhá neboli stará píseň o Gudrúně (Guðrúnarkviða II) - Třetí píseň o Gudrúně (Guðrúnarkviða III) - Oddrúnin nářek (Oddrúnargrátr) - Píseň o Atlovi (Atlakviða) - Grónská píseň o Atlovi (Atlamál in grænlensku) - Gudrúnino popouzení (Guðrúnarhvöt) - Píseň o Hamdirovi (Hamdismál) - Píseň o Grottu (Grottasöngr)
"This wondrous tale is brilliantly matched by Lynch's elegant yet accessible watercolors. . . .The best edition now available. Bravo!" —KIRKUS REVIEWS (pointered review) A beloved Norwegian folktale, EAST O' THE SUN AND WEST O' THE MOON is the romantic story of a bewitched prince and the determined lassie who loves him. It has everything a classic epic tale should have: rags and riches, hags and heroism, magic and mystery, a curse and a quest, wicked trolls, a shape-shifting bear, and finally, a happy ending. Kate Greenaway Medalist P.J. Lynch has created a luminous backdrop worthy of this grand adventure, transporting readers to a world of fantasy and imagination.
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A Selection from the Norse Tales for the Use of Children presents a collection of Norse fairy tales especially adapted for children. The stories are accompanied by stunning illustrations and offer readers a glimpse into one of the world's great mythological traditions. This book will enchant and delight readers of all ages.
This historical novel tells the story of the Vikings of the Baltic and their adventures in the tenth century, including battles, raids, and alliances with other tribes. The author skillfully weaves together fiction and fact based on historical research to create an entertaining and educational read.
The Story of Burnt Njal is an epic tale of love, loyalty, and betrayal set against the stunning backdrop of Iceland in the 10th century. George Webbe Dasent has done an incredible job of translating the Icelandic Njals Saga into English, capturing the spirit and beauty of the original work. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Scandinavian literature and the Viking culture.
