The Vinland Sagas and Nova Scotia: A Reappraisal of an Old Theory

The Vinland Sagas and Nova Scotia: A Reappraisal of an Old Theory

Attempts to identify the location of Vinland in Norwegian sagas are discussed. New research suggests that Nova Scotia may be the area referred to as Vinland.

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Veröffentlicht in:Scandinavian studies 1992-07, Vol.64 (3), p.305-335
1. Verfasser: Larsson, Mats G.
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Beaches
Coasts
Fjords
Grape vines
Gulfs
Literary criticism
Norwegian
Sagas
Sailing
Space
Storms
Streams
Tanneries
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Zusammenfassung:Attempts to identify the location of Vinland in Norwegian sagas are discussed. New research suggests that Nova Scotia may be the area referred to as Vinland.
ISSN:0036-5637
2163-8195