stórsögu
stórsögu is an Icelandic term that translates to "great story" or "epic tale." It refers to a narrative of significant importance, often dealing with grand themes, heroic deeds, or foundational events. While the term can be applied broadly, it is most commonly associated with Icelandic sagas, particularly those known as the "Family Sagas" or "Icelandic Sagas" (Íslendingasögur).
These sagas, written primarily in the 13th and 14th centuries, are prose narratives that recount the lives
Beyond the historical sagas, the concept of stórsögu can also encompass other significant narratives within Icelandic