One of the Icelandic sagas, Egil’s Saga, has notable portions set in England. Egil Skallagrímsson was a famous Viking poet and warrior who travelled to England, where he served under King Athelstan of the Anglo-Saxons. In the saga, Egil helps King Athelstan defeat his enemies. This blending of Norse saga with English history showcases how closely intertwined these cultures became during the Viking Age.
One of the Icelandic sagas, Egil’s Saga, has notable portions set in England. Egil Skallagrímsson was a famous Viking poet and warrior who travelled to England, where he served under King Athelstan of the Anglo-Saxons. In the saga, Egil helps King Athelstan defeat his enemies. This blending of Norse saga with English history showcases how closely intertwined these cultures became during the Viking Age.