The Island Of Fire Or A Thousand Years Of The Old Northmen's Home

The Island of Fire or A Thousand Years of the Old Northmen's Home: 874-1874 is a historical book written by Phineas Camp Headley and published in 1875. The book chronicles the history of Iceland from the time of its settlement by the Vikings in 874 to the year 1874. It explores the culture, traditions, and way of life of the Old Northmen who made Iceland their home, as well as the political and social changes that occurred over the centuries.The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods in Icelandic history, from the early settlement years to the Christianization of the island, and from the Age of Sagas to the modern era. It also includes biographies of notable figures in Icelandic history, such as Snorri Sturluson, the author of the Prose Edda, and Jon Sigurdsson, a prominent leader in Iceland's struggle for independence from Denmark.Through vivid descriptions and engaging storytelling, Headley brings to life the harsh beauty of Iceland's landscape, the bravery and ingenuity of its people, and the challenges they faced over the centuries. The Island of Fire or A Thousand Years of the Old Northmen's Home: 874-1874 is a fascinating read for anyone interested in Icelandic history, Viking culture, or the history of Northern Europe.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.