Books with title The Vikings

The Vikings had a fierce reputation as warriors and raiders. Yet, they were a trading and farming people as well. This well-researched book lets readers visit the Viking world where theyll glimpse life in a Viking town as well as on a longship, find out about their festivals and feasts, learn about their religion and mythology, and even attend a funeral. A map of the Viking world, from America to the Mediterranean, and stunning artwork and photographs encourage an immersive and instructive experience about the age of the Vikings.

The Vikings may be gone, but they left behind many objects to tell the tale of their culture and civilization. These artifacts include horns and pots, elaborately carved weapons and helmets, awesome longships with carved prows, statues, and chess pieces. This book explores and explains the significance of these objects, which are as varied as the history of these far-traveling people.

Get ready to blast back to the past and discover what life was like as a Viking!When people think about Vikings, things like big ships and helmets with horns may come to mind. But what was it really like to be a Viking? This engaging nonfiction book, complete with black and white interior illustrations, will make readers feel like they've traveled back in time. It covers everything from the ships they sailed to everyday life, and more. Find out interesting, little-known facts such as how the Vikings discovered North America long before Christopher Columbus, and how one Harry Potter character was named after a famous creature from Viking mythology! The unique details along with the clever and humorous interior illustrations make this series stand out from the competition.

In the summer of 1026, a Viking chieftain named Thorsson and his crew sail along the coast of modern-day Maine in search of treasure. But when a mutiny breaks out and Thorsson is murdered, Thorsson curses the rebellious group with his last breath. In a final moment of rebellion, the men bury Thorsson’s weapons outside of his grave, forever condemning him to never be taken to Valhalla, the goal of every Viking warrior.One thousand years later, fourteen-year-old Jonathan discovers Thorsson’s rune stone, and the chieftain’s spirit enters the boy’s mind in an attempt to force him to reunite the slain Viking with his weapons. Terrified beyond description, Jonathan lives in a constant state of fear but no one believes his outlandish tale. As archeologists and shady collectors swirl around the grave site and its priceless artifacts, Jonathan is forced to take matters into his own hands or forever be tormented by the restless spirit.Filled with spooky twists and turns, The Viking: A Ghost Story is a thrilling tale from beginning to end.