Product Description

The second edition of this lively and comprehensive book provides a forceful reassessment of the role of the Vikings in history. Drawing on archaeological, literary, as well as historical evidence, the author describes the Viking expeditions overseas, and their transformation from terrifying raiders to assimilated settlers whose rich culture played an influential role in European civilization.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #919449 in Books
• Published on: 1991-02-28
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 228 pages

Review
"The originality of this book lies in shifts of emphasis...in a common-sense approach, and in the breadth of the picture which it offers.."
-Times Literary Supplement