An Unofficial 'The Rest Is History' Reading List

Heimskringla

Author: Snorri Sturluson

Referenced in 2 episodes

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Episodes Referencing This Book

April 09, 2025

Context:

Referenced multiple times throughout as the primary source for the Battle of Stamford Bridge narrative. Described as 'the saga of King Harold' and 'the definitive, in fact, pretty much the only account we have of the Battle of Stamford Bridge.'

April 02, 2025

Context:

Referenced as a primary source for Harold Hardrada's life, described as 'part of the cycle called Heimskringler' written about 200 years after the events. Multiple passages are quoted from this saga throughout the episode.