When and where was Snorri Sturluson born?
Snorri Sturluson entered the world in the year 1179 at Hvammur. He belonged to the wealthy and powerful Sturlungar clan of the Icelandic Commonwealth.
Questions about Snorri Sturluson
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What major literary works did Snorri Sturluson write?
Snorri Sturluson is commonly thought to have authored or compiled portions of the Prose Edda and wrote Heimskringla, a history of the Norse kings. He is also often taken to be the author of Egil's Saga based on stylistic reasons.
How did Snorri Sturluson die and when did it happen?
Snorri Sturluson was assassinated during a raid by Gissur in the autumn of 1241. He fled to his cellar at Reykholt where he was struck after refusing to surrender.
Who were the parents of Snorri Sturluson?
The father of Snorri Sturluson was Sturla Þórðarson the Elder known as Hvamm-Sturla. His mother was Guðný Böðvarsdóttir.
When did Snorri Sturluson become lawspeaker of the Althing?
Snorri Sturluson became lawspeaker of the Althing in 1215. He held that office until 1232 after resuming the post by 1222.