Snorri Sturluson
Snorri Sturluson, one of Iceland’s most influential medieval figures, was born in 1179 at Hvammur in Dalir, West Iceland. His life was shaped by power struggles, political intrigue, and literary brilliance, making him one of the most fascinating figures of the 13th century. Early Life and Education at Oddi When Snorri was just three years old, his father, Sturla Þórðarson, became embroiled in a dispute with Páll Sölvason of Reykholt. To resolve the conflict, Iceland’s law-speaker, Jón Loftsson, was called in as a mediator. Jón was the grandson of King Magnus Barefoot of Norway, giving him