Saga Stories #8: Witches and Wonders in Eyrbyggja saga

[@ptournas]

I can't begin to tell you how much I love this series! I Feel like everyone should have exposure to the Icelandic Sagas and love that your great great summaries and interpretations are bringing these stories to so many people who may not have the inclination or time to actually read them. I have read many of the sagas, but I still enjoy your presentations of the ones I have read, and often find new knowledge about them in your interpretations and sometimes new revelations in details that I may not have given enough attention in my own readings. I also love hearing about the sagas that I haven't read and may not have even been aware of. They inspire me to find those sagas so I can read the full text,. I feel you are providing a great service in bringing these classic works to so many people. I hope this series of videos goes on for a long, long time. Thank you very much.

[@Wholelottalugs]

I couldn’t agree more Peter. Matthew’s passion for the sagas is clear and inviting.

[@jangardner1446]

So very excellent, Matthew! Please keep this going!

[@adamclark6756]

Looking very dapper today Dr Roby. As always, excellent storytelling in beautiful locations.

[@MikeM-go7hp]

I love this series so much. A heartfelt thank you to the souls of Iceland who gave the world such wonderful stories.

[@differentwave3693]

I feel like a child again listening to these stories, thanks so much.

[@sixthsenseamelia4695]

😊

[@Katie_v]

Whenever I see a new episode of Saga Stories, I always click immediately! Thank you again for another ripping yarn! 😁

[@TheReykjavikGrapevine]

You are so welcome!

[@KimmyLambert]

Oh I have missed these! I am glad you are doing them again

[@mikebattista1523]

Ahhh! An ancient Walking Dead Saga! Very interesting and fun to hear it! I very much enjoy these Saga Stories and look forward to the next video!

[@almurry8943]

I so love your saga stories. They’re very interesting and make me want to learn more about Iceland.

[@jackiewheaton4199]

I read a novel based on this Saga, but it contained none of these stories. Very cool. The authentic back drop adds a lot to the narration. Thanks so much.

[@mandalorian1994]

Stuck in quarantine with Covid, so I'm gonna enjoy my time binging on the Saga Stories!

[@GrubbsandWyrm]

I don't know why your channel showed up on my page months ago, but I'm glad it did

[@sharon94503]

There is an art to storytelling and these are prime examples. In America, we call them fairytales. Imagination was certainly strong in these sagas. I must say that walking on uneven ground, as does Valur (and I suspect Art is filming) is a gift as I would surely break an ankle! Lovely learning about Iceland.

[@GumriRN]

Isn’t it amazing how steady Art keeps that Cam…I’m always impressed too, with the quality of his video work.

[@EVO6-]

'In America we call them fairy tales' every single anglophonic nation does

[@missmb2u]

This is not Valur narrating. It is Matthew Roby.

[@GumriRN]

@@missmb2u - Who's that?

[@Paladine777]

You just can't miss another episode of the Saga Stories! =D

[@hilarywest2830]

Yet another fabulous saga and saga telling, thank you!

[@The1Hamp]

Another wonderful episode. Thank you!

[@joanstephens6142]

The volcano has brought Iceland worldwide attention and I, for one, am really happy to be discovering the wonders of this part of the world. Love these Saga Stories and Valur's newscasts.

[@joelyost8768]

Thank you for sharing these....they're wonderful!

[@alaskankare]

read me anything, I'm hypnotized by your amazing choice of suit and style! the volcanic rock is beautiful

[@thorsgoldensSong]

Yay! I got my ghost story, and a horror story to boot! Dreaded perimenopause! I always heard menopause was "men-on-pause," but the rain of blood sounds right. It's fascinating that, even on Iceland, the wisdom bearers come from the sea, and teach us how to cope. Surely this is a story that humans have carried with them since before ancient Sumer, because it is found everywhere. As ever-- thank you, Dr. Roby and Mr. Bicknick. Appreciating your skills from the U.S. South-East.

[@neilclarkwork]

This was just great. I’m going to watch all the saga stories and look forward to more in the future.

[@TheReykjavikGrapevine]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@neilqsmith5748]

Excellent - Love the whole series - Thanks a lot

[@franm6569]

Love the Saga Stories. Thank you!

[@TheReykjavikGrapevine]

Glad you enjoyed it Fran!

[@mikerichards6065]

Thank-you for another fascinating and engaging story Matthew - these stories deserve a wider audience and you are doing a terrific job bringing them to the world. You are seriously rocking that coat and waistcoat - that look, that landscape - are you pitching to be the next Doctor Who? Buðir is looking as lovely as ever. I dined there a couple of weeks ago and it is a wonderful place to relax and look out over Snæfellsnes. I could happily spend a couple of weeks there - not sure my bank manager would be so happy...

[@grahambilling2135]

Wonderful storytelling. I’m enjoying all of your episodes. Thank you for sharing. It is of great value.

[@reginaromsey]

How did this nearly sneak past me? Wonderful!

[@carolrohrer325]

These are such fun, thank you Dr Roby!

[@colincloete6135]

Excellent story. Enjoyed so much, kisses and greetings from South Africa.

[@MrYukon2010]

Great stories in a breathtaking environment. Loved listening and watching this episode.

[@TheReykjavikGrapevine]

Thanks Rob!

[@GumriRN]

Fantastic! Hope we'll hear of the Icelandic Elves? I met a few the times I visited and they were ultra friendly, wonderful & full of surprises. I love Iceland's Folklore & its 🧝🏻‍♀️🧝🏻

[@TheReykjavikGrapevine]

Keep an eye out... we may have something exciting in the works.

[@GumriRN]

@@TheReykjavikGrapevine-How exciting! Will be watching. Thanks 🙏🏼

[@Rawshella]

Love your presentation of Iceland's Sagas! :)

[@kiyarnmyers2429]

great storys love sagas ,,a good insight to a lands historys

[@northvashista]

Gorgeous location and smart outfit! And, ok, informative too.

[@helenav5171]

Interesting stories. You are a very good story teller. Today is the first time I've heard a story from you. Thank you. 😊💞

[@28105wsking]

So interesting! Thanks!

[@CRUCIFIST]

17:00 -17:19 Fascinating how clouds just suddenly appear, accumulate, assimilate above him.

[@jamesonpace726]

Awesome outfit and great tales, too...!

[@damama4209]

Interesting Saga's and well told. Beautiful cliffs where this story ends. Looking forward to the next Saga. Noticed when I went to check if I'd watched all of the Saga's that one is marked as hidden. That's curious. 😊

[@valentinavisnyei2387]

Man, you have style!

[@deliadavid7244]

Interesting, you’re good in story telling & Keep it up ! Well done… 👍👏

[@jnrickards]

Very cool stories

[@lucasmaas]

these are fantastic, keep up the good work

[@SP_33333]

Nice jacket 👍

[@DarthSk8r]

Ive been (figuratively) pacing around my house yelling "What's the saga Doc?!!"

[@Jefuslives]

That opening shot looks straight outta an 80s music video.

[@mekonta]

You'd make a great Icelandic 'Doctor Who.

[@CaptRescue2]

Thanks Doc, how long til the snows arrive?

[@williamlloyd3769]

Wow, Icelandic zombies!

[@heyhere4071]

Mysterious Icelandic ghost stories.

[@feralbluee]

talk about Welsh being hard to pronounce - holy smokes! :)

[@sixthsenseamelia4695]

Tales of the unexpected.

[@1ACL]

I'm jealous of your clothes 😉😱