Great essay, I love that in this sword-essay you touch upon the Volsunga Saga, it is one of the most brutal, evocative and inspiring tales in history. I hope you don't mind my asking if it is one of your favourites?
I love that story, and also love all the historical essays that you do on these topics, it gives a necessary different perspective to the function of these myths. While at the same time, seeing the sections where you geek out about them, serves to remind you're no less a lover of the old stories.
Love your writing. If possible, can you discuss the social roles, ranks, and hierarchies associated with the Viking Age? Karls, Jarls, Konungr, Skalds, Volvas, etc?
Great article
Great essay, I love that in this sword-essay you touch upon the Volsunga Saga, it is one of the most brutal, evocative and inspiring tales in history. I hope you don't mind my asking if it is one of your favourites?
It is indeed.
I love that story, and also love all the historical essays that you do on these topics, it gives a necessary different perspective to the function of these myths. While at the same time, seeing the sections where you geek out about them, serves to remind you're no less a lover of the old stories.
Love your writing. If possible, can you discuss the social roles, ranks, and hierarchies associated with the Viking Age? Karls, Jarls, Konungr, Skalds, Volvas, etc?