The Sworn Brothers

The Sworn Brothers: A Tale of the Early Days of Iceland is a historical fiction novel written by Icelandic author Gunnar Gunnarsson and originally published in 1921. The story is set in the early days of Iceland, when the country was still a young and developing nation, and follows the lives of two young men, Thorgeir and Thormod, who become ""sworn brothers"" after taking an oath of loyalty to each other.As the story progresses, Thorgeir and Thormod navigate the challenges of life in medieval Iceland, including raiding parties, political intrigue, and the harsh realities of living in a cold and unforgiving landscape. Along the way, they encounter a variety of other characters, including a powerful chieftain, a wise old woman, and a mysterious stranger who may hold the key to their future.Throughout the novel, Gunnarsson weaves together a rich tapestry of Icelandic folklore, mythology, and history, creating a vivid and immersive world that transports readers back in time to a bygone era. The Sworn Brothers is a timeless tale of friendship, loyalty, and adventure that will captivate readers of all ages and backgrounds.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.