
The history of the Viking peoples and kingdoms, from their half-glimpsed origins and legendary prehistory to the triumphs of Canute, is as exciting a story as has ever been told. Professor Jones's classic work incorporates all the latest research.
This work examines the historical trajectory of the Viking peoples, tracing their development from obscure origins to the establishment of significant medieval kingdoms. Professor Gwen Jones utilizes a synthesis of archaeological evidence, linguistic analysis, and primary source documentation to construct a comprehensive narrative of Norse expansion, cultural evolution, and political consolidation. The text argues that the Viking Age was a complex period of state-building and international influence rather than merely a series of isolated raids.
What You Will Find
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Experts frequently cite this work as a foundational text for understanding the breadth of the Viking Age. Readers often note the academic rigor of the prose, which balances scholarly detail with a narrative style accessible to the general reader.
Page Count:
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Publication Date:
1984-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford Univ Press
ISBN-10:
0192458825
ISBN-13:
9780192458827
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