Thordarson Matthias (30 results)

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good Plus. Dust Jacket Condition: Original Glaasine Dj Vgminus. First Edition. matthias thordarson was director of the national museum of iceland at the time of publication.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Facsimile of 1930 original.

Softcover, comb bound. Condition: Fine. Reprint of 1930 Edition. Translated by Thorstina Jackson Walters with an introduction by Vilhjalmur Stefansson. A very nice clean copy.

Hardcover. Condition: VERY GOOD. Some foxing to head edge, exceedingly sharp and clean otherwise. [Pre-Columbian American Discovery].

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Res Series No 18, 76 pp.+ 21 Photo Plts, Grey Hardback, Gilt & Blk title, VG, no DJ, 1st ed.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1930. Europe, Journals. American Geographical Society Research Series No. 18, 76p, Very good to good cloth with darkened spine. small format 9/25 free standing.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

OLWd. mit Vorder- und Rückentitel, XV+76 Seiten mit zahlr. SW-Abb., 8° (13,5 x 21 cm), Decke etwas angeschmutzt, Seiten leicht gedunkelt, einige Randbemerkungen mit Bleistift, insgesamt guter Zustand. Book Language/s: English.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Am Geog Soc Research Series No 18, NY, 1930. Xv, 76 pages, clothbound, very good condition.

Paperback. Wrs, browned & worn; top of spine missing.

Paperback. Wrs, sl browned & frayed; neat tape repair.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'The Vinland Voyages' offers a scholarly and captivating examination of the Norse expeditions to North America, drawing upon the historical accounts preserved in the Icelandic sagas. Written by Matthias Thordarson, former Director of the National Museum of Iceland, this work meticulously reconstructs the journeys of Leif Erikson, Thorvald, and Thorfinn Karlsefni as they ventured westward into the unknown lands of Helluland, Markland, and Vinland.Through a careful analysis of the 'Saga of Eric the Red' and the 'Saga of the Greenlanders,' Thordarson explores the geographical locations, cultural encounters, and challenges faced by these early explorers. The text provides essential context for understanding the scope of medieval Scandinavian maritime skill and the historical significance of their contact with the New World centuries before the age of Columbus. This volume serves as an authoritative resource for readers interested in Viking history, pre-Columbian exploration, and the rich literary and historical tradition of the Icelandic people.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'The Vinland Voyages' offers a scholarly and captivating examination of the Norse expeditions to North America, drawing upon the historical accounts preserved in the Icelandic sagas. Written by Matthias Thordarson, former Director of the National Museum of Iceland, this work meticulously reconstructs the journeys of Leif Erikson, Thorvald, and Thorfinn Karlsefni as they ventured westward into the unknown lands of Helluland, Markland, and Vinland.Through a careful analysis of the 'Saga of Eric the Red' and the 'Saga of the Greenlanders,' Thordarson explores the geographical locations, cultural encounters, and challenges faced by these early explorers. The text provides essential context for understanding the scope of medieval Scandinavian maritime skill and the historical significance of their contact with the New World centuries before the age of Columbus. This volume serves as an authoritative resource for readers interested in Viking history, pre-Columbian exploration, and the rich literary and historical tradition of the Icelandic people.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. …

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

1930. (Hardcover) Very good plus, no dust jacket. 76pp. Frontispiece, photographs, maps, notes, index. Publisher series: American Geographical Research 18 . Introduction by Vilhjalmur Stefansson. Translated by Thorstina Jackson Walters. Locale: Canada; Iceland. (Canada, Icelanders).

Condition: Gebraucht / Used. 1935 Rebound in cloth, original wrappers bound in id2=2177. Íslenzka Fornrit, volume 4 Very good.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1917 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set and contains approximately 16 pages. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: und.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1930. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 130, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 130 130.…

LeatherBound. Condition: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 130. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1922 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: Undetermined Pages: 130.…

Hid Íslenzka Fornritafélag, Reykjavík 1935. xcvi, 326 pp, 6 plates, 2 folded maps. Publisher's half calf. Good condition. (Íslenzk fornrit).

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. "The Vinland Voyages" offers a scholarly and captivating examination of the Norse expeditions to North America, drawing upon the historical accounts preserved in the Icelandic sagas. Written by Matthias Thordarson, former Director of the National Museum of Iceland, this work meticulously reconstructs the journeys of Leif Erikson, Thorvald, and Thorfinn Karlsefni as they ventured westward into the unknown lands of Helluland, Markland, and Vinland.Through a careful analysis of the "Saga of Eric the Red" and the "Saga of the Greenlanders," Thordarson explores the geographical locations, cultural encounters, and challenges faced by these early explorers. The text provides essential context for understanding the scope of medieval Scandinavian maritime skill and the historical significance of their contact with the New World centuries before the age of Columbus. This volume serves as an authoritative resource for readers interested in Viking history, pre-Columbian exploration, and the rich literary and historical tradition of the Icelandic people.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1930. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 128, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 128 128.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: Undetermined. Language: Undetermined. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1922. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - Undetermined, Vol: - , Pages: - 130, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 130 130. …

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. "The Vinland Voyages" offers a scholarly and captivating examination of the Norse expeditions to North America, drawing upon the historical accounts preserved in the Icelandic sagas. Written by Matthias Thordarson, former Director of the National Museum of Iceland, this work meticulously reconstructs the journeys of Leif Erikson, Thorvald, and Thorfinn Karlsefni as they ventured westward into the unknown lands of Helluland, Markland, and Vinland.Through a careful analysis of the "Saga of Eric the Red" and the "Saga of the Greenlanders," Thordarson explores the geographical locations, cultural encounters, and challenges faced by these early explorers. The text provides essential context for understanding the scope of medieval Scandinavian maritime skill and the historical significance of their contact with the New World centuries before the age of Columbus. This volume serves as an authoritative resource for readers interested in Viking history, pre-Columbian exploration, and the rich literary and historical tradition of the Icelandic people.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…