Some okay background, and the translation of the sample passage is
alright, although the pronunciation is an inconsistent mix of old and
modern features.
A documentary from a few years back about Nabil Shaban's quest to
prove that Ívarr beinlausi had brittle bone disease (osteogenesis
imperfecta), in spite of the objections of some very grumpy historians
;-) Conclusion: no one really knows, but there's no reason to think
that he couldn't have had this condition. And Nabil Shaban looks
perfect for the part when they carry him on a shield!