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Gisli Sursson’s Saga and
The Saga of the People of Eyri
Edited with an Introduction by
Vésteinn Ólason
Translated by Martin S. Regal and
Judy Quinns
Part of a new series of eight Icelandic
Sagas, these two translations recount
fierce feuds in which honor is fought for,
sacrifice is demanded, and much blood
is shed. An invaluable reference section
provides maps, chronology, glossary, and
notes on the history of Viking-controlled
Iceland.
320 pp. 978-0-14-044772-9 $14.00
Hrafnkel’s Saga
Translated with an Introduction by
Hermann Pálsson
These seven stories, dating from the
thirteenth century, combine pagan
elements and Christian ethics; some are
set in the pastoral society of Iceland, while
others are concerned with the royal courts
of Norway and Denmark.
144 pp. 978-0-14-044238-0 $14.00
See Snorri Sturluson.
272 penguin classics
The Koran
Translated with an Introduction and Notes
by N. J. Dawood
N. J. Dawood’s vivid translation
is presented with opposing-page
parallel Arabic text in the traditional
calligraphic style. The volume includes a
comprehensive index. Oversized format.
1,088 pp. 978-0-14-044542-8 $25.00
The Koran
Translated with an Introduction and Notes
by N. J. Dawood
This authoritative translation reflects the
characteristic flavor and rhythm of Islam’s
most sacred work, following the original
sequence of the Koranic suras.
456 pp. 978-0-14-044920-4 $12.00
See The Portable World Bible.
Krishna: The Beautiful Legend of God
(Srimad Bhagavata Purana Book X)
Edited and Translated with an Introduction
by Edwin F. Bryant
The tenth and most significant book in
the epic Srimad Bhagavata Purana is the
principal source for the story of Krishna,
who is worshipped in Hinduism as the
Supreme Being. The stories have inspired
generations of artists, musicians, poets,
and dramatists and contain valuable
insights into Hindu views on such matters
as creation, cosmography, and the history
of the subcontinent.
608 pp. 978-0-14-044799-6 $17.00