All Formats & Editions

Tom Shippey's new edition of H. Rider Haggard's saga-inspired Eric Brighteyes includes:

- An introduction to the work's literary and historical context

- Extensive annotations on its sources and influences

- Discussions of medieval Scandinavia... Read Full Overview

Eric Brighteyes is an epic viking novel by H. Rider Haggard, and focuses on the adventures of its principal character during the 10th century in Iceland. Any profits generated from the sale of this book will go towards the Freeriver Community Project which aims to promote well-being... Read Full Overview

This deftly crafted Viking tale depicts the terror, tragedy and vanity of life. The ill fated lovers, Eric and "Gudruda the Fair," fall victim to the jealous Swanhild's sorcery. Eric and his 'thrall' must overcome treachery, bloodthirsty foes, the open sea and blizzards as he... Read Full Overview

ERIC BRIGHTEYES - A BOOK THAT INSPIRED TOLKIEN. With original illustrations.

Rider Haggard is among a small selection of Victorian and Edwardian writers whom Professor J.R.R. Tolkien (author of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit) acknowledged by name. In her introduction... Read Full Overview

Tom Shippey's new edition of H. Rider Haggard's saga-inspired Eric Brighteyes includes:

- An introduction to the work's literary and historical context

- Extensive annotations on its sources and influences

- Discussions of medieval Scandinavia... Read Full Overview

Eric Brighteyes by H. Rider HaggardEric Thorgrimursson (nicknamed "Brighteyes" for his most notable trait), strives to win the hand of his beloved, Gudruda the Fair. Her father Asmund, a priest of the old Norse gods, opposes the match, thinking Eric a man without prospects. But... Read Full Overview

Eric Brighteyes by H. Rider Haggard is a classic Viking saga set in medieval Iceland. The novel follows the heroic yet tragic life of Eric, a bold and honorable warrior, as he navigates love, betrayal, and the challenges of fate. Eric is torn between his love for two women,... Read Full Overview

This deftly crafted Viking tale depicts the terror, tragedy and vanity of life. The ill fated lovers, Eric and "Gudruda the Fair," fall victim to the jealous Swanhild's sorcery. Eric and his 'thrall' must overcome treachery, bloodthirsty foes, the open sea and blizzards as he... Read Full Overview

Eric Brighteyes By H. Rider Haggard You have graciously conveyed to me the intelligence that during the weary weeks spent far from his home-in alternate hope and fear, in suffering and mortal trial-a Prince whose memory all men must reverence, the Emperor Frederick, found pleasure... Read Full Overview

In this thrilling adventure, a stout Icelandic yeoman, Eric Thorgrimurs' son "Brighteyes" struggles to win the hand of Gudruda the Fair, despite the opposition of her half-sister, Swanhild the Fatherless (who seeks Eric for her own). Caught between these two beautiful women and... Read Full Overview

Complete and unabridged edition.

Eric Brighteyes is an epic viking novel by H. Rider Haggard that concerns the adventures of its eponymous principal character in 10th-century Iceland. Description from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.

You have graciously conveyed to me the intelligence that during the weary weeks spent far from his home-in alternate hope and fear, in suffering and mortal trial-a Prince whose memory all men must reverence, the Emperor Frederick, found pleasure in the reading of my stories:... Read Full Overview

Venture into the heart of Viking Age Iceland with H. Rider Haggard's "Eric Brighteyes," a thrilling tale of revenge and Norse valor. Steeped in historical detail, this action-packed adventure plunges into a world of warring factions and ancient cults. Experience the harsh... Read Full Overview

Venture into the heart of Viking Age Iceland with H. Rider Haggard's "Eric Brighteyes," a thrilling tale of revenge and Norse valor. Steeped in historical detail, this action-packed adventure plunges into a world of warring factions and ancient cults. Experience the harsh... Read Full Overview