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The Vikings in Britain and Ireland
Paperback / softback
Main Details
Title |
The Vikings in Britain and Ireland
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Jayne Carroll
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By (author) Stephen H. Harrison
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By (author) Gareth Williams
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Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:144 | Dimensions(mm): Height 226,Width 169 |
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Category/Genre | British and Irish History |
ISBN/Barcode |
9780714128313
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Classifications | Dewey:941.01 |
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Illustrations |
80 Illustrations, color
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
British Museum Press
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Imprint |
British Museum Press
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Publication Date |
21 April 2014 |
Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
For nearly three hundred years, from the end of the eighth century AD until approximately 1100, the Vikings set out from Scandinavia across the northern world - a dramatic time that would change Europe forever. This book explores the Viking conquest and settlement across Britain and Ireland, covering the core period of Viking activity from the first Viking raids to the raids of Magnus Barelegs, king of Norway. This lively history looks at the impact of the Viking forces, the development of societies within their settlements, 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, The Vikings in Britain and Ireland is a richly-illustrated introduction to the culture, daily life and times of the Vikings and their legacy which is still visible today.
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