Iceland: Horseback Tours In Saga Land

By W S C Russell

Ride into the mist of history rediscover Iceland on horseback as the sagas come alive beneath your feet. In Iceland: Horseback Tours in Saga Land, W. S. C. Russell invites readers on vivid Saga Land adventures across volcanic plateaus, glacier rivers, and turf-roofed settlements, all experienced through the intimate rhythm of Icelandic horse riding. Part travel memoir, part natural history and cultural portrait, Russell s narrative blends eye-witness observations of rural life with lyrical passages on landscape, folklore, and the legendary horses that make Icelandic travel unique. Readers will find practical accounts of Iceland travel experiences, evocative sketches of everyday island life, and reflections that anticipate modern Iceland adventure tours. This reissue from Alpha Editions restores a beloved W. S. C. Russell book that was out of print for decades and is now republished with meticulous care for today s and future generations. More than a reprint, this edition has been lovingly restored and annotated to honor its literary and historical significance a true collector s item and cultural treasure for both casual readers and classic literature collectors. Perfect for anyone planning Iceland horseback tours or seeking an Iceland travel guide steeped in history, this volume belongs on the shelf of those who dream of exploring Iceland on horseback. Experience the pull of the Icelandic sagas, the charm of the Icelandic horse, and the rugged poetry of a land that shaped its own stories.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9371349182
• ISBN13: 9789371349185
• Release Date: October 2025
• Publisher: Alpha Edition
• Length: 214 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"