The Vikings: Classic Histories Series

by Magnus Magnusson

Overview

The Vikings hold a particular place in the history of the West, both symbolically and in the significant impact they had on Northern Europe. Magnus Magnusson's indispensable study of this great period presents a rounded and fascinating picture of a people who, in modern eyes, would seem to embody striking contradictions. They were undoubtedly pillagers, raiders and terrifying warriors, but they were also great pioneers, artists and traders - a dynamic people, whose skill and daring in their exploration of the world has left an indelible impression a thousand years on.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780750978583
Publisher:	The History Press
Publication date:	10/06/2016
Series:	Classic Histories Series
Edition description:	Reprint
Pages:	320
Sales rank:	1,079,062
Product dimensions:	5.10(w) x 7.70(h) x 1.00(d)

About the Author

Magnus Magnusson, the well-known television broadcaster, was closely associated with history and archaeology throughout his career. He wrote and presented many historical documentaries for television and radio.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements 6

1 The Hammer and the Raven 7

2 Bolt from the Blue 28

3 'From the Fury of the Northmen…' 58

4 'Hálfdan was Here' 87

5 England at Bay 118

6 'Bitter is the Wind…' 148

7 'An Island called Thule' 179

8 The Ultimate Outpost 209

9 Empire of the North Sea 246

10 'Here King Harold is Killed' 277

Notes 308

Bibliography 309

List of illustrations 311

Index 312