Old Norse - Old Icelandic: Concise Introduction to the Language of the Sagas (Old Norse Icelandic Series) - Softcover

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Old Norse - Old Icelandic: A Concise Introduction answers the need for a modern “primer” for learning the language of the Icelandic sagas (and of runes). This new book requires no previous language knowledge. It is one of a series of recent Old Norse and saga books from Jules William Press, www.juleswilliampress.com. From the first pages, the beginner reads original Old Norse passages. This emphasis on original texts continues throughout the book with readings drawn from Icelandic sagas, Old Scandinavian myths, and Norse sources about the Viking Age. The 17 short lessons supply all necessary grammar, vocabulary, and exercises. They are designed for quick learning on one’s own or in class and lessons are carefully graded for difficulty. The primer offers a full reference grammar (which is of great help) and a full vocabulary of all the words and phrases in the lessons. This new primer is accompanied by a companion volume, Supplementary Exercises for Old Norse - Old Icelandic, which offers a wealth of additional exercises. These supplementary exercises have proven extremely helpful for anyone learning Old Norse. We also suggest Viking Language 2: The Old Norse Reader as a companion to the new primer, . This wonderful Old Norse Reader is a comprehensive treasure trove of complete sagas, Norse myths, and runic inscriptions, as well as eddic and skaldic poetry. Together these books provide a new path to learning the language, literature, and history of Vikings, Icelanders, and sagas. For more about Old Norse and Jules William Press see: www.oldnorse.org and juleswilliampress.com

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