Length59m
About this audiobook
The Story of Frithiof the Bold is a captivating narrative steeped in Norse mythology and folklore, artfully blending elements of adventure and romance. Written in the 19th century by an anonymous author, this narrative poem is notable for its lyrical style and vivid imagery. It tells the tale of the heroic Frithiof, a Viking prince whose love for the beautiful Ingeborg is thwarted by the demands of honor and fate. The work echoes the rich oral traditions of Scandinavian sagas while contributing a romantic sensibility that reflects the growing Nordic nationalism of its time, making it an essential piece in understanding the intersection of literature and cultural identity in the era of Romanticism. The anonymity of the author adds a layer of intrigue to the text, as it allows the story to stand independently of individual authorship, representing a collective cultural heritage. Influenced by earlier Norse epics and the burgeoning interest in national folklore, the author aimed to revive these heroic tales for a contemporary audience, tapping into the era's fascination with the past and romantic ideals. This enchanting tale is recommended for those who appreciate classic literature and the deeper themes of love, duty, and heroism woven into the fabric of Norse mythology. Readers will find themselves drawn into Frithiof's struggles and triumphs, making it a must-read for enthusiasts of folklore and epic poetry.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction, Fairy Tales and Folklore
Length59 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 15, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I. Of King Belt and Thorstein Vikingson and their Children.
2CHAPTER II. Frithiof wooeth Ingibiorg of those Brethren.
3CHAPTER III. Of King Ring and those Brethren.
4CHAPTER IV. Frithiof goes to Baldur's Meads.
5CHAPTER V. Those Brethren come Home again.
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6CHAPTER VI. Frithiof Sails for the Orkneys.
7CHAPTER VII. Frithiof at the Orkneys.
8CHAPTER VIII. King Ring weddeth Ingibiorg.
9CHAPTER IX. Frithiof brings the Tribute to the Kings.
10CHAPTER X. Frithiof made an Outlaw.
11CHAPTER XI. Frithiof fareth to see King Ring and Ingibiorg.
12CHAPTER XII. Frithiof saves the King and Queen on the Ice.
13CHAPTER XIII. The King sleeps before Frithiof.
14CHAPTER XIV. King Ring's Gift to Frithiof.
15CHAPTER XV. Frithiof King in Sogn.
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