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Book review: Viking Dynasties – The Royal Families of Lejre and Uppsala Between Archaeology and Text by Tom Christensen, John Ljungkvist & Neil Price
At the very intersection of archeology, history, and literature, this examination of two royal families and their seats of power could be one of the most important history books of 2025.1 year ago — Reviews -
Book review: Viking Warrior versus Frankish Warrior by Noah Tetzner
In the latest installment of Osprey Publishing's Combat series, we see two of early medieval Europe's most feared warriors square off against each other and learn why each was so successful on and off the battlefield.1 year ago — Reviews -
Book review: Muslims on the Volga during the Viking Age – In the Footsteps of Ibn Fadlan
Worlds collide in this collection of more than 19 essays that detail interactions between the Islamic world, people from Viking societies, and a myriad of other cultures along the Volga River during the 10th century.1 year ago — Reviews -
Book review: Harald Fairhair - A Viking Historical Fiction Novel by Ole Åsli and Tony Bakkejord
The man, the myth, and the legend of Harald Fairhair are finally brought to life and fleshed out in this gripping novel that blends fact and fiction.1 year ago — Reviews -
Book review: God's Hammer by Eric Schumacher
God's Hammer is a thrilling romp that explains the "backstory" and formative years of one of Norway's most consequential kings, Håkon the Good.2 years ago — Reviews -
Book review: Blood Eye by Giles Kristian
Transporting readers to a harsh, dark, and unforgiving world, Giles Kristian serves up an authentic and atmospheric historical novel worthy of a Viking saga.2 years ago — Reviews -
Book review: King Hereafter by Dorothy Dunnett
In this masterful blend of historical fiction and political intrigue, the tale of Macbeth, King of Scotland, is given a very Viking spin.2 years ago — Reviews -
Book review: Viking Blood and Blade by Peter Gibbons
If you've ever wanted to plunge into the Viking Age, look no further than this tale by Peter Gibbons, filled with conquest, betrayal, personal growth, and, of course, plenty of Viking blood and blades.2 years ago — Reviews -
Book review: The Whale Road by Robert Low
Robert Low kicks off a historical fiction series that transcends Viking stereotypes, focusing on a quest for hidden treasure. It explores the complex interplay of tradition, religion, and politics, making history cool... again.2 years ago — Reviews -
Book review: Viking Age Iceland
Jesse Byock examines how Iceland, a peaceful and egalitarian proto-democracy free from feudalism, wars, and invasion during the early medieval period, could produce such violent and bloody literature as the famous sagas. This intriguing question forms the essence of his study.2 years ago — Reviews
