Hrafnkel or the Ambiguities: Hard Cases, Hard Choices

The book "Hrafnkel's Saga" by William Ian Miller is a groundbreaking work that offers a fresh perspective on one of the most renowned Icelandic sagas.

Through a close reading, Miller uncovers the moral, political, and psychological complexity of the saga, shedding new light on its themes of justice, retribution, and the price of pain.

The book provides a nuanced analysis of the saga's portrayal of torture and pain-infliction as means of generating fellow-feeling, challenging previous critical literature that has imposed simplistic readings on the text.

Miller's dedication to reading the saga with a fine-toothed comb allows him to make new observations about a saga that has been extensively studied before.

The book includes a translation of the saga as an appendix, making it an invaluable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to delve into the rich world of medieval Icelandic literature with "Hrafnkel's Saga" by William Ian Miller.