The Saxo, Grammaticus creator Elton, Oliver 1861-1945 text utu 2006 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Danish History, Books I-IX" by Grammaticus Saxo is a historical work written in the 12th century. This Latin chronicle spans from Norse mythology through semi-legendary Danish history, ending with Gorm the Old. The narrative weaves together tales of kings, heroes, and supernatural encounters, including the story of Amleth—later adapted by Shakespeare as Hamlet—alongside accounts of legendary figures like Ragnar Lothbrok and Starkad. Through battles, raids, and royal intrigue across Scandinavia and beyond, Saxo presents Denmark's mythical and early historical past. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gesta_Danorum Release date is 2006-02-11 Produced by Douglas B. Killings and David Widger Original publication data not identified Folklore -- Scandinavia Denmark -- History -- To 1241 DL Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1150 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/1150 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133041.0 1150