Sæmundr
Sæmundr is a figure from Old Norse literature, primarily known as the supposed compiler of the Poetic Edda. While historical evidence for his life is scant, tradition holds that he was an Icelandic priest and scholar. He is often identified with Sæmundr fróði (Sæmundr the Wise), a prominent Icelandic figure from the 11th and 12th centuries.
The Poetic Edda, a collection of Old Norse poems, is the most significant legacy attributed to Sæmundr.
His name also appears in sagas and legends, often depicting him as a learned magician or a