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Book review: The Mästermyr Find - A Viking Age Tool Chest from Gotland
"The Mästermyr Find - A Viking Age Tool Chest from Gotland" explores the find and significance of a Viking Age tool chest unearthed at the Mästermyr archaeological site on the Swedish island of Gotland.1 week ago -
The Viking Herald's ultimate list of non-fiction Viking books you need to read
Do you love reading about the Vikings but haven't quite mastered the Old Norse language? Never fear; we have compiled a list of some of the most masterly written, must-read non-fiction books on Vikings.2 weeks ago -
Book review: The Real Valkyrie - The Hidden History of Viking Women
Internationally known for her non-fiction writing, Nancy Brown has written a new book called "The Real Valkyrie: The Hidden History of Viking Women." Inspired by the discovery of the bones of a female Viking warrior, Brown examines the lives of women in the Viking Age.4 weeks ago -
Book review: The Viking Heart - How Scandinavians Conquered the World
In his mighty tome "The Viking Heart - How Scandinavians Conquered the World," Arthur Herman makes history personal. Very personal.1 month ago -
Book review: The Last Viking - the True Story of King Harald Hardrada
The rise and fall of a fearsome warrior, elegant poet, and ideal romantic lead - Don Hollway's book covers it all.2 months ago -
Book review: The Anglo-Saxons – A History of the Beginnings of England 400-1066
Best-selling author Marc Morris details the origins of a nation shaped by Saxons and Vikings, between the Romans and the Normans.3 months ago -
Book review: The Norman Conquest - The Battle of Hastings and the Fall of Anglo-Saxon England
Given that the Norman invasion of England is one of the most studied periods of English history, it might seem that breathing a new life into this tired topic may be a tall order. However, Marc Morris is the man for this Herculean job.4 months ago -
Book review: River Kings - A New History of Vikings from Scandinavia to the Silk Roads
The book "River Kings" by acclaimed Norwegian bioarcheologist, historian, author, and co-host of the wildly popular "Gone Medieval" podcast, Dr. Cat Jarman, is a page-turner.5 months ago