The Saga of Þórvaldr the Strong

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Volume 1: The Warrior

by P.H.M. Marsal

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Livros Vikings | The Saga of Þórvaldr the Strong, Volume 1 by Paulo Marsal

The Legend Begins

In the relentless chill of Norðhǫfn (the north-haven), where the wind howls like a wolf and the snow conceals the marks of time, Þórvaldr was born, son of Bjǫrn, the smiðr (blacksmith) of Ragnarr konungr. From the tenderest age, the boy proved himself foreordained; in him, the might of Þórr seemed to dwell, and his prowess in all that he touched foretold a greatness of which the old skálds already sang.

At the age of seven winters, when destiny imposed itself with the harshness of the mountains, Þórvaldr set out for the king’s fortress, a pilgrim of honour, eager for a place among the warriors. Leaving behind his father’s house and the bond of brotherhood, the young hero treads a path of sorrow, where victories and losses merge in the heat of battle.

As fortune smiles upon him and he ascends, Þórvaldr’s mind is subjected to a relentless scrutiny. He must confront not only the foes of the present, but also the ghosts of a painful past and the uncertainties of a future that cries out for a new leader.

The Saga of Þórvaldr the Strong, Volume 1: The Warrior is more than a chronicle of war; it is an essay on the forging of a spirit, on the weight of honour and the inexorable fate that leads us, at times to glory, at others to ruin.

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About the Author

P.H.M. Marsal is the founder and CEO of Livros Vikings, the world's largest Portuguese-language portal dedicated to Norse culture, history, and mythology. He is a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, an Agile Project Manager, and a registered Journalist (reg. 0091859/SP). He holds an MBA in Marketing, Branding, and Growth from PUCRS, in addition to an international MBA in Strategic Business Management and an Executive Program certificate from Singularity University in Silicon Valley.

A registered Administrator (reg. 121136/SP), he also holds a Bachelor's degree in Administration. His academic background includes English language studies at the University of Manitoba in Canada, and he has extensive experience coordinating and teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses. As a researcher in business and Viking historiography, he has published several works in the field of ‘Nordic literature’ and authored numerous forewords and introductions for a wide range of books and articles.

His expertise is further complemented by national and international certifications in Marketing, Project Management, IT, and AI.

Livros Vikings | Paulo Marsal autor de A Saga de Þórvaldr, o Forte

Synopsis

In the vastness of Norðhǫfn, where the air is biting and sunlight a fleeting luxury, a relentless destiny awaits Þórvaldr. Son of Bjǫrn, the smiðr of Ragnarr konungr, the young hero carries in his blood the promise of a great future. But glory, like life itself, is a forge that demands sacrifice.

At the age of seven winters, Þórvaldr sets off in search of a place among the king’s warriors. He leaves behind the safety of home and the innocence of youth, forging his own path amidst fierce battles, irreparable losses, and the weight of honour. His spirit, tempered in pain and the fire of vengeance, is subjected to a harsh ordeal.

The Saga of Þórvaldr the Strong, Volume 1: The Warrior is more than a chronicle of conquests; it is a plunge into the very core of a man who, to become a leader, must confront his own demons and the uncertainties of a future that cries out for a new dawn. This is a book for those who seek bravery within the pages of a story, the heat of battle, and the chill of an inescapable destiny.