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Not quite child's play: What was life like for kids in the Viking Age?
It was indeed a "Dark Age" for kids, with little legal protection or security and a world full of lurking danger and disease. Without TikTok, many kids were forced to enter the working world and adulthood at an early age.2 years ago — Culture and religion -
Don't drink the water: Why did medieval Swedes prefer beer to H20?
For those who love a drop of that amber nectar, early medieval Sweden must sound like a paradise, a place where beer was not only consumed more but preferred over water.2 years ago — Partner content -
Hearth and home: Exploring the Viking longhouse
Viking life wasn't all pillage and plunder. Much of the time was spent in the relative comfort of the longhouse, smoky, communal buildings that centered any farmstead.2 years ago — Partner content -
Exploring the Mästermyr chest discovery and its Viking-era tools
People from Viking societies get a bad historical rap as figurative (and literal) destroyers, not builders. However, from longships to fortresses, these people were more than capable with their hands, as a chest discovered in Mästermyr proved.2 years ago — History -
Mastering war: The training regime of Viking warriors
The Vikings were seen as some of the most effective and fearsome warriors of the early medieval period. Much of their tactical skill was down to pure hard work and training.2 years ago — Warfare -
Book review: The Viking Hondbók - Eat, Dress, and Fight Like a Warrior
When did the Vikings wash? What was the perfect wedding gift for a Viking bride? What was missing from the Viking kitchen when they made bread? This book answers all these questions and more.2 years ago — Reviews
