The Danish History. By Saxo Grammaticus. Full Audiobook
"The Danish History" is a book written by Saxo Grammaticus, a Danish historian, theologian, and author who lived in the 12th century. The book is also known as "Gesta Danorum" and is considered the most ambitious literary undertaking of medieval Denmark. It is an essential source for the nation's early history.
The book is a compilation of stories about the legendary kings and heroes of Denmark, as well as the historical present. Saxo drew on oral tales of the Icelanders, ancient volumes, letters carved on rocks and stone, and the statements of his patron Absalon concerning the history of which the Archbishop had been a part.
The book is divided into sixteen books, each of which covers a different period in Danish history. The first nine books cover the legendary period of Danish history, while the remaining seven books cover the historical period from the reign of Gorm the Old to the death of Canute VI in 1202.
The book is written in Latin and is considered one of the most important works of medieval literature. It is also an important source for the study of Norse mythology and the history of Scandinavia.
In conclusion, "The Danish History" is a fascinating book that provides a unique insight into the history of Denmark. It is a must-read for anyone interested in medieval literature, Norse mythology, or the history of Scandinavia.
: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saxo_Grammaticus
: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gesta_Danorum
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00:00:00 Saxo's Position
00:03:13 Life Of Saxo
00:09:09 The History
00:12:47 History Of The Work
00:19:29 The MSS
00:23:49 Saxo As A Writer
00:26:03 Folk Lore Index
00:26:57 Political Institutions
00:34:53 Customary Law
00:53:55 Statute Laws
01:05:35 War
01:19:23 Social Life And Manners
01:21:09 Supernatural Beings
01:33:09 Funeral Rites And Man's Future State
01:41:56 Magic And Folk-Science
01:50:56 Folk-Tales
02:03:22 Saxo's Mythology
02:18:51 Preface
02:40:03 Book One
03:40:24 Book Two
04:57:23 Book Three
06:09:14 Book Four
07:09:26 Book Five
09:20:39 Book Six
