Carroll, Jayne - The Vikings In Britain And Ireland [Publisher: United Kingdom];
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Carroll, Jayne - The Vikings In Britain And Ireland [Publisher: United Kingdom];
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An informative and accessible introduction to Viking culture - an ever-popular subject and an important part of the heritage of Britain and Ireland
For nearly three hundred years, from the end of the eighth century AD until around 1100, the Vikings set out from Scandinavia across the northern world – a dramatic time that would change Europe forever
Exploring the Viking conquest and settlement across Britain and Ireland, this lively history book looks at the impact of Viking forces – the development of towns and societies, their trades and beliefs, language and their interactions with native peoples
Drawing on the superb collection of the British Museum, together with other finds, sites and monuments, this book celebrates the vibrant diversity of Viking culture, and provides an intriguing insight into their daily life and their legacy, which is clearly signposted around Britain and Ireland today
