A 13th c. Northumbrian lady
This is my retelling of a story from The Eyrbyggja Saga. The same summer that Christ’s faith was made law in Iceland, a ship came from over the sea to Snowfellness, and docked at the great holding of Frodis-water. On board was a woman named Thorgunna who bore many fine goods with her. Now Thurid… Continue Reading “The Trial of the Dead”
By Caitlin Christiana Wintour The Cheviot cloud-trails ring round the fog-shrouded valleys, and lonely lanes weave round dark fells. Criminals can be found here, bringing blood and sorrow to the unwary far from field and farm. Yet worse things there are then wild men in the howling hills. From the granite ground grow the dark… Continue Reading “The Lonely Traveler”
by Caitlin Christiana Wintour after stories from Ynglinga Saga This is the tale of the descendants of the giantess Rindr, who was fair beyond mortal women but whose heart was the heart of the wolf. 1. The Story of Randver The Cold Land lies north of the Black Sea, and there are many strange creatures… Continue Reading “The Wolf’s Story”
This is the documentation for “The Wolf’s Story” Iceland’s medieval works comprise one of the greatest bodies of national literature. Written between the 12th and 13th centuries, the sagas and stories contain history, romance, and the supernatural – often all at once. One of the best known and skilful authors was Snorri Sturluson, who lived… Continue Reading Documentation for “The Wolf’s Story”
Dame Eilidh has done two kind things: 1) posted the Bard of Caid rules early, and 2) allowed time to compose the on-the-site piece. Excellent plan, Eilidh! Last year I swore I wouldn’t do the competition again. It’s not that I didn’t enjoy it, I did. And I always like definite goals to aim for… Continue Reading Bard of Caid