Curses are formidable entities that hold powerful consequences against those who are unfortunate enough of being one of its subjects. … More
Tag: Sigurd
J.R.R. Tolkien and the Fan Fiction Tradition
The tradition of collecting the legends of Kullervo, Sigurd, and Arthur throughout history have resulted in many retellings, whether in … More
Tolkien’s Sigurd and Gudrun and His Sources, Part III
In the next part of Tolkien’s Legend of Sigurd and Gudrun, “Foedder Sigurdr,” the birth of Sigurd, Sigmund marries Sigrlinn, … More
Tolkien’s Sigurd and Gudrun and His Sources, Part II
The next section in Tolkien’s Sigurd story continues with Volsung, Sigmund, and Signy. King Volsung is a son of Odin, … More
Tolkien’s Sigurd and Gudrun and His Sources, Part I
The legend of the Volsungs and Sigurd the dragon-slayer of Norse mythology has a messy history. The full scope of … More