Absolutely essential work for studying the early history of Iceland. Talks of the early history and discovery of the island and then breaks it down to the settlement of each quarter of the islands divisions. The family histories are great and there is just so much action that you just can't be bored with the book. I transcribed this book online back in early 2003 and you can find it here http://www.northvegr.org/lore/landnamabok/index.php I encourage any interested in the Icelandic Sagas to read this book. You won't be disappointed. ( )