Medieval Iceland

Medieval Iceland, roughly from the 9th to the 13th century, was characterized by a unique society built on Norse settlers who established a sagas-based culture. It lacked a central king, instead governed through assemblies called "things" where free men made laws and settled disputes. The period saw the development of a rich oral tradition, later recorded in the Icelandic sagas, depicting heroism, social dynamics, and law. Christianity was introduced in the 11th century, shaping societal and cultural norms. Iceland's medieval era ended with its becoming part of the Norwegian realm in the 13th century, transitioning toward more centralized governance.