Frithjof, The Viking Of Norway; And Roland, The Paladin Of France (1899)

""Frithjof, The Viking Of Norway; And Roland, The Paladin Of France"" is a historical fiction novel written by Zenaide A. Ragozin in 1899. The book tells the story of two legendary heroes, Frithjof and Roland, who lived in different times and places but shared many similarities in their bravery, loyalty, and chivalry. Frithjof, a Viking warrior from Norway, is the protagonist of the first part of the book. He falls in love with Ingeborg, the daughter of King Bele, but is forced to leave her and go on a journey of adventures and battles. Frithjof becomes a legendary hero, but his heart remains with Ingeborg, and he eventually returns to claim her hand in marriage.The second part of the book tells the story of Roland, a paladin of France who fought in the service of Charlemagne. Roland is known for his courage, strength, and honor, and he leads the charge against the Saracens in the Battle of Roncesvalles. Despite being outnumbered, Roland and his army fight valiantly, but he ultimately sacrifices his life for the sake of his country and his king.Through the stories of Frithjof and Roland, the book explores themes of love, loyalty, honor, and heroism. It provides a glimpse into the world of Vikings and medieval knights and their codes of conduct. The book is a classic example of historical fiction and is a must-read for anyone interested in Norse mythology, medieval history, or epic tales of heroism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.