Styrbiorn the Strong
Styrbiorn the Strong by Eric Rücker Eddison is a reprint edition published by U of Minnesota Press in 2011, featuring 274 pages in English. This classic saga novel recounts the story of Styrbiorn Olafsson, the heir to the Swedish throne, known for his remarkable size, strength, and tumultuous nature. After being denied his birthright and exiled from Sweden, Styrbiorn rises to become the leader of the Jomsvikings, embarking on a quest to reclaim his throne during the epic Battle of Fýrisvellir.
Readers will find a narrative that echoes the grandeur of Old Norse sagas, blending elements of fiction with themes of adventure and mythology. This edition includes Eddison’s notable letter of introduction and his unabridged closing note, providing additional context to the story. Styrbiorn the Strong presents a rich tapestry of legendary tales and historical elements, making it a significant work within the realms of fairy tales, folk tales, and sagas.
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E. R. Eddison’s classic saga novel now in paperback–includes for the first time Eddison’s remarkable letter of introduction and his unabridged closing note
Styrbiorn the Strong tells the grand tale of Styrbiorn Olafsson, heir to the Swedish throne and known both for his impressive size and strength and his unruly, quarrelsome nature. Denied his birthright and exiled from Sweden, Styrbiorn becomes the leader of the Jomsvikings and sets out to reclaim the Swedish throne in the epic Battle of Fýrisvellir. A rediscovered classic, Styrbiorn the Strong is a tale reminiscent of the Old Norse sagas, a historical novel from one of the twentieth century’s most influential masters of fantasy.
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