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1985 Culture and History in Medieval Iceland : Kirsten Hastrup
1985 Culture and History in Medieval Iceland : Kirsten Hastrup
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Culture and History in Medieval Iceland
An anthropological Analysis of Structure and Change
By Kirsten Hastrup
Published by Clarendon Press, Oxford, 1985. Hardback 8vo cloth bound book with dust jacket. Photograph on jacket is Orosius' World Map (British Library). List of diagrams, tables, and maps in 6 pages. pp x, 285 pages in total.
This insightful work delves into the intricate tapestry of medieval Icelandic society, exploring how its unique cultural practices and historical context shaped the lives of its people. Through a detailed examination of sagas, legal texts, and archaeological findings, the book reveals the interplay between social structures, belief systems, and environmental factors that defined Iceland during this period. It offers a comprehensive analysis of how Icelanders navigated their world, balancing tradition with adaptation in a landscape both harsh and beautiful, ultimately painting a vivid picture of a society at the crossroads of history and myth.
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A very good copy. Cloth binding in stunning condition along with dust jacket. No damages. All contents clean and present throughout in like-new condition. Overall a very fine copy.
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