The Vikings and Their Origins. Scandinavia in the First Millennium

Article number 10221888

An illustrated introduction to the history and culture of the Vikings from the beginning of the first millennium to the end of the Viking Age around AD 1100. Drawing on archaeological discoveries, historical sources, and material culture, David M. Wilson examines Viking society, religion, craftsmanship, trade, exploration, and expansion across Europe. The book is richly illustrated with photographs, maps, and drawings, providing an accessible overview of the origins and achievements of the Scandinavian peoples during the Viking Age.