The House of the Wolfings: The Historic Proto-Fantasy Novel

First published ion 1889, this novel inspired by Old Norse mythology recreates the world of Gothic people in their resistance toward the encroaching, conquering force of the Roman Empire. The book gives readers a romanticized portrait of what Norse/Germanic tribes were like, painting them as pagan and hard-working, blending romance with wartime narratives. This classic has influenced many writers, but notably influenced J.R.R Tolkien. The folks at Hyldyr have recognized that this classic book deserves more praise, as it previously was hard to acquire and often not in print. This edition they have put forth contains an introduction from a folklorist, historical commentary from a philologist, and more supplemental material that compliments this influential book on contemporary fantasy and fiction.