Snorri Sturluson

Snorri Sturluson was born to Sturla Þórðarson and Guðný Böðvarsdóttir in Hvammur, a farm in western Iceland.

Snorri begins his education under the tutelage of Jón Loptsson, a powerful chieftain, who takes him in as a foster son.

Snorri Sturluson is elected as the Lawspeaker of the Althing, the Icelandic parliament, marking the beginning of his political career.

Snorri marries Herdís Bjarnardóttir, a wealthy widow, which significantly increases his social and economic status.

Snorri Sturluson completes the Prose Edda, a comprehensive work on Norse mythology and skaldic poetry, which becomes a foundational text in Icelandic literature.

Snorri starts writing Heimskringla, a history of the Norwegian kings, which will become one of his most significant works.

Snorri Sturluson consolidates his power and becomes one of the most influential chieftains in Iceland, playing a key role in the country's politics.

Snorri completes Heimskringla, a 16-volume work that chronicles the history of the Norwegian kings, from the legendary Yngling dynasty to the 12th century.

Snorri travels to Norway to meet King Haakon IV, strengthening ties between Iceland and Norway and discussing political matters.

After his diplomatic mission to Norway, Snorri returns to Iceland, where he continues to wield significant political influence.

Snorri's relationship with King Haakon IV deteriorates, leading to a period of tension and conflict between them.

Snorri is arrested by men sent by King Haakon IV, marking the end of his political power and the beginning of his downfall.

Snorri Sturluson is executed in his home at Hvammur by Gissur Þorvaldsson, on the orders of King Haakon IV, ending his life and legacy.