Absalons Saga (1904)

By Laurids Bruun

Book Overview

Absalons Saga is a historical novel written by Laurids Bruun and published in 1904. The story is set in the 12th century and follows the life of Absalon, a Danish archbishop and statesman who played a significant role in the history of Denmark. The novel recounts Absalon's rise to power, his struggles with rival factions, and his efforts to defend Denmark against foreign invaders. Along the way, Absalon must navigate complex political alliances, confront personal demons, and grapple with his own mortality. The novel is a vivid portrayal of medieval Danish society, with its feudal structures, religious conflicts, and violent power struggles. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of Denmark's most important historical figures, and is a must-read for anyone interested in Danish history or medieval literature.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436759439
• ISBN13: 9781436759434
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 456 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"