Tale of King Harald: The Last Viking Adventure

by Thomas Williams

Overview

Based on a true story; Harald’s adventure takes him from a frightened teenager to wealthy and powerful warrior and finally; to a ruthless and tyrannical king; whose ambition leads him to a futile; yet glorious death at the battle of Stamford Bridge in 1066.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780714123448
Publisher:	British Museum Press
Publication date:	12/31/2014
Pages:	96
Product dimensions:	5.60(w) x 8.20(h) x 0.40(d)

About the Author

Thomas J.T. Williams is project curator of the exhibition Vikings: life and legend at the British Museum. Previously he has worked for Historic Royal Palaces (Tower of London/Hampton Court/Kensington Palace/Banqueting house) where he was responsible for designing new permanent displays. He is currently working on a Ph D and is Editor of Papers from the Institute of Archaeology. He has spoken widely on his Ph D research and related topics, and has a number of publications in print, press and preparation.