Norse literature primarily refers to the body of written works produced in the Old Norse language during the medieval period, particularly from the 13th century. It includes a variety of genres such as sagas, poetry, and mythology, reflecting the culture, beliefs, and history of the Norse people. The most famous examples of Norse literature are the Icelandic sagas, which recount the lives of legendary heroes and historical figures. Additionally, the Poetic Edda and the Prose Edda are key texts that preserve Norse mythology, detailing the gods, creation myths, and the cosmos as understood by the Norse.