This book, the first in our Companions to Medieval Studies series, is a brief introduction to the history, culture, and religion of the Viking Age and provides an essential foundation for study of the period.
The companion begins by defining the Viking Age and explores topics such as Viking society and religion. Viking biographies provide students with information on important figures in Viking lore such as Harald Bluetooth, Eirik the Red, Leif Eiriksson, and Gudrid Thorbjarnardaughter, a female Viking traveler. A compelling chapter entitled "How Do We Know About the...
This book, the first in our Companions to Medieval Studies series, is a brief introduction to the history, culture, and religion of the Vi...
This book explores the western seaboard of Scotland - the Hebrides, Argyll and the Isle of Man - during the central Middle Ages. While political history predominates, the changing nature of society in the Isles is emphasised throughout.
This book explores the western seaboard of Scotland - the Hebrides, Argyll and the Isle of Man - during the central Middle Ages. While political histo...
