The First Nine Books Of The Danish History Of Saxo Grammaticus

by Oliver Elton

Book Overview

The First Nine Books Of The Danish History Of Saxo Grammaticus is a book edited and translated by Oliver Elton. It is a historical text that covers the early history of Denmark and its surrounding regions. The book is divided into nine chapters, each of which covers a different period in Danish history. It includes stories of legendary figures such as King Dan, King Frode, and King Hadding, as well as historical events such as the reign of King Harald Bluetooth and the conversion of Denmark to Christianity. The book provides a fascinating insight into the early history of Denmark and the legends and myths that were passed down through generations. The translation by Oliver Elton is considered to be one of the most accurate and readable versions of Saxo Grammaticus' work. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in Danish history, mythology, and folklore.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: 1432553003
• ISBN13: 9781432553005
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 564 Pages
• Weight: 1.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"