The Vikings hold a particular place in the history of the West, both symbolically & in the significant impact they had on Northern Europe. Magnus Magnusson's indispensable study of this great period presents a rounded & fascinating picture of a people who, in modern eyes, would seem to embody striking contradictions. ...

Provides an account of the early medieval period that became known as the Viking Age. Drawing on literary & archaeological source material, this title illustrates the two faces of the Vikings: on the one h&, savage, greedy, & implacable; on the other, adventurous, innovative, & artistic. ...

The Viking reputation is of bloodthirsty seafaring warriors. Yet Vikings were also traders, settlers, & farmers, with a complex artistic & linguistic culture. Using archaeological evidence, this book attempts to reveal the whole Viking world: their hi ...

The Vikings famously took no prisoners, relished cruel retribution & prided themselves on their bloodthirsty skills as warriors. But their prowess in battle is only a small part of their extraordinary story. For over two hundred years between the end of the eighth century & the middle of the eleventh, these Scandinavian tribes became the greatest adventurers the world had yet seen. Perhaps the greatest there will ever be. Their restless voyaging in elegant timber long ships would grant them a territory stretching from Iceland in the north to the Mediterranean Sea in the south, from Newfoundland in the west to Constantinople & the Caspian Sea in the east. They were warriors & mercenaries of international renown, even the bodyguards of choice of the Byzantine emperors; they were colonisers, builders & engineers who helped shape the destinies of almost every land they touched. The way modern Europe looks & sounds today is due in no small part to Scandinavian men & women who turned their backs on their homelands & set sail for distant horizons. Drawing on the latest archaeological & scientific discoveries, Neil Oliver goes on the trail of the real Vikings. Where did this mysterious people emerge from? How did they really live? & just what drove them to embark on such extraordinary voyages of discovery over a thousand years ago? Vikings reveals the surprising answers to these questions, in the epic story of one of history's greatest empires of conquest. ...

Have hours of fun piecing together this brilliant vikings image. This picture perfect puzzle

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The first book to tackle the subject in forty years, the true extent of the Viking discovery & colonisation of the eastern seaboard of America is fully examined, taking into account the new archaeological, linguistic & DNA evidence which supplements the historic account. ...

LET THE VIKING AGE BEGIN! The continent of Europe has faced many battles in the past, but none as brutal as what is about to become a 250-year conquest.

Ragnar Lothbrok, disenchanted with his chieftains progress, decides to cross the oceans by boat & discover new, richer civilisations.

Now its your turn to engage in combat & seek to conquer this new world alongside him. Play as one of five fully customised Viking tribes, including uniquely influential Viking longship game pieces, as you try to invade & capture the nine regions of Europe.

With special Cards of the Gods to help boost your forces or ruin your plans, & special Raid cards to capture strategic strongholds & gain new warriors, this edition of Risk is an epic battle for control of Europe... & its vast riches.

See you in Valhalla!

Product Information:
• Vikings Risk
• Strategy based board game
• Based on The conquest of Europe
• Players: 2-5
• Ages 10+














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6 DVDs packed with more than 4 hours of Viking adventures & history, taking a look at the myths & legends surrounding the mighty warriors. Learn all about their battle prowess & visit their homes & battlegrounds with the archaeologists who are uncovering their secrets & captivating myths. Then chart a course for discovery with a fascinating look at the simple, sturdy & legendary ship that helped make Vikings the most influential people of the dark ages with 2 DVDs exploring their ships & terrible raids. With the help of experts, discover the truth in whether or not Vikings managed to travel to America in 2 more brilliant DVDs. Finally, take a look at the life of Leif Ericson as archaeologists try to piece together the story behind the infamous Viking & his journey west. ...

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Viking artefacts discovered across a vast geographical range, from Russia & modern-day Turkey to Greenland

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Would you rather be in Valhalla or Ragnarök? Be called Erik Bloodaxe or Thorfinn Skullsplitter? Only YOU can decide! Packed with fun situations, this book is the perfect way to learn about the Vikings
- their exploits, gods, society, daily life & more. With over 20 'would you rather' questions, prepare to decide if you would rather be a raider or a trader, a poet or a scribe, eat blood soup or rotting shark... & much more! Each situation is filled with fascinating & hilarious details about Viking history
- rediscover familiar favourites such as Thor & Valhalla, & delve into lesser-known corners of this intriguing civilization. Product Information:  •†ISBN:† 9780008521790 •†Author: Clive Gifford •†Publisher:†  Harper Collins Publishers •†Format:†  Paperback •†Pages:† 144 •†Dimensions:†19.8 x 12.9 x 1.1 cm

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