Description
Book SynopsisA guide to the Norse world of the tenth century ad. It helps you discover everything you will need to become a successful Viking warrior: how to join a war band; what to look for in a good leader; how to behave at a feast; what weapons and armour to choose; how to fight in a shield wall; where to go raiding; and how to navigate at sea.
Trade Review'If you fancy yourself as a looting, raiding, farming, treasure-making, pagan god-worshipping expert seafarer, you need
Viking … witty and informative' - The Big Issue
'Well illustrated, boisterously light-hearted, and crammed with solid historical and archaeological information, this is a vivid window into the Viking Age' - Current World Archaeology
'Scholarly and witty … contains many gems of irresistible information … excellent' - School Librarian
'Stunning' - Daily Mail
Table of Contents1. Why Become a Viking? • 2. Joining Up • 3. The Novice Viking’s Guide to the Great War Leaders • 4. Weapons and Tactics • 5. Going to Sea • 6. Have Longship, Will Travel • 7. Life on Campaign • 8. Battle • 9. The Spoils of War • 10 The Sword’s Sleep
