KnowraGesta DanorumLinked fromLinked fromThe 6 pages that link to Gesta Danorum, each with the reason it gives.All 6Broader topic 2Related 3Compared with 1Medieval historiographyBroader topic: It shows how classical literary models shaped a national history.Danish literatureBroader topic: This foundational national history preserved legends later retold in Danish literature.GylfaginningCompared with: It preserves Scandinavian legendary material through a markedly different narrative and political lens.Ragnar LodbrokRelated: Saxo gives a distinct account of Ragnar and his legendary exploits.FreyrRelated: Saxo’s account preserves a euhemerized tradition of the god Frø and his cult.Björn IronsideRelated: Saxo’s account preserves a version of Ragnar’s family and deeds that differs from Icelandic sagas.