margþættar
Margþættar is a term in Icelandic literary discourse used to describe subplots or marginal episodes within a narrative. The standard Icelandic form is margþættir, with the singular margþáttur. The variant margþættar may appear in some texts, but margþættir is the common plural used in contemporary criticism.
In practice, margþættir are secondary storylines that run alongside the main plot. They can deepen characterization,
In modern literature, film, and television, margþættir are often employed to broaden scope, enhance pacing, or
Analytically, margþættir are evaluated for how well they integrate with the main narrative, whether they complement