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The Legend Of Sigurd And Gudrún
J.R.R. Tolkien, Christopher Tolkien · Book · 2012
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Jason Weiser, Carissa Weiser, Nextpod · Podcast · 2026
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Common questions
Is The Legend Of Sigurd And Gudrún a new story by J.R.R. Tolkien?
The Legend Of Sigurd And Gudrún is a version of the great legend of Northern antiquity composed by J.R.R. Tolkien many years ago. It was published in 2012 by Christopher Tolkien to present his father's work on the ancient Völsung cycle to a wider audience.
What does The Legend Of Sigurd And Gudrún cover regarding the hero Sigurd?
The Legend Of Sigurd And Gudrún recounts the ancestry of the hero Sigurd, his act of slaying the dragon Fáfnir, and his awakening of the Valkyrie Brynhild. The narrative also details the wall of fire surrounding the Valkyrie and the subsequent betrothal between the two characters.
Who is responsible for the publication of The Legend Of Sigurd And Gudrún?
The Legend Of Sigurd And Gudrún was composed by J.R.R. Tolkien and later prepared for publication by his son, Christopher Tolkien. The book was released in 2012, bringing the Lay of the Völsungs and the associated Northern legends into print for readers to explore.
Does The Legend Of Sigurd And Gudrún include the story of the dragon Fáfnir?
Yes, The Legend Of Sigurd And Gudrún features the story of the hero Sigurd, who is celebrated for his role as the slayer of Fáfnir. The text explores this encounter as part of the broader legend of Northern antiquity recounted throughout the work.