"The Frithiof Saga" by Esaias Tegnér is a 19th-century narrative poem inspired by Norse mythology, telling the story of the Viking hero Frithiof and his deep love for Ingeborg, King Bele's daughter. From childhood friends under the guidance of Hilding the Wise, their bond blossoms into romance, challenged by social class, familial opposition, and Ingeborg's arranged marriage to King Ring. The saga explores love, honor, and duty against the backdrop of a vibrant Viking world filled with tales of Norse gods, establishing Frithiof's journey to prove himself, win Ingeborg's hand, and grapple with fate versus his own choices.
The Frithiof Saga
By Esaias Tegnér
A heroic Viking's quest for love faces daunting obstacles of social status, arranged marriage, and the will of the Norse gods.
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About the AuthorEsaias Tegnér was a Swedish writer, professor of the Greek language, and bishop. He was during the 19th century regarded as the father of modern poetry in Sweden, mainly through the national romantic epic Frithjof's Saga. He has been called Sweden's first modern man. Much is known about him, and he also wrote openly about himself.
Esaias Tegnér was a Swedish writer, professor of the Greek language, and bishop. He was during the 19th century regarded as the father of modern poetry in Sweden, mainly through the national romantic epic Frithjof's Saga. He has been called Sweden's first modern man. Much is known about him, and he also wrote openly about himself.
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