InfoGuides: ENGH 305: Dimensions of Writing and Literature (Norse Sagas): Find Articles

Key Databases Related to Norse Sagas

International Medieval Bibliography (IMB) This link opens in a new window
Comprehensive, multidisciplinary coverage of the Middle Ages (450-1500) in Europe, Byzantium, and Russia (including Norse sagas).
MLA International Bibliography This link opens in a new window
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Primary database for literary studies; also includes folklore. Although it includes some literary history, articles on literary texts tend to focus more on literary criticism.
JSTOR This link opens in a new window
Includes key folklore, literary, and history journals. Note that it only includes journal articles that are at least 3-5 years old.

Searching/Keyword Tips

- Try general terms such as "norse sagas" or "icelandic sagas," or "iceland" AND "saga."

- Use the names of specific sagas (such as "Egil's saga," or just "Egil").

- Consider alternate spellings, especially for characters such as the thorn (Þ) that don't translate directly into English. You can also try copying and pasting such terms from another document into the search box.

- Interested in a specific aspect of Norse sagas? Incorporate that into your keyword search. For instance, try "women" AND "norse sagas," or "dragon" AND "norse saga."