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"What do you think of when you hear the word Viking? Do you picture a race of fierce seafaring warriors wearing horrible horned helmets? Well, the reality is a bit more complicated. For starters, their helmets didn’t have any horns! And they also weren’t just one people. The Vikings who raided Europe’s coasts came from all over Scandinavia, and lots of people from those countries never even picked up a sword—they preferred to stay
...Welcome to the book of Vikings. The legend of the Vikings is one that is shrouded in mystery. Their stories and myths have embedded themselves in popular culture, and those are the Vikings we see in films, books and TV shows. But the real Vikings - the Norse seafarers - led an existence that was often more incredible than any fictional tale. In this book, we tell that story, from their origins in Scandinavia to their expeditions across the seas.
...Packed with fascinating facts and images, the All About History Book of Vikings explores what caused the end of the Viking age, what their remaining legacy is, and gives you the chance to gaze upon the historical artefacts that help us understand more about these incredible warriors. Featuring: Viking Raiders - Portrayed as bloodthirsty pirates, pillaging innocent villagers, Vikings also ruled the waves with a lucrative trade network. Exploration
...13) Thor and Loki
15) Fires of Winter
Lovely and dauntless, abducted by invaders from across an icy sea, Lady Breena vowed vengeance swearing no Viking brute would be her master no barbarian would enslave her noble Celtic heart, but then came Garrick Haardrad, the proud and powerful son of a ruthless Viking chieftain.
18) Loki Ascending
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