northmen

Photographs and text provide an introduction to the gods, goddesses, and religion of the Vikings and Norsemen.

An illustrated history of the Vikings, looking at the Scandinavian warriors from the perspectives of history, archaeology, oral tradition, literature, and natural science.

Ibn Fadlan sets out in A.D. 922 as an ambassador from Bagdad to the King of Saqaliba, but before he arrives, he meets Viking chieftain Buliwyf, and joins him on a mission to Scandinavia where they must battle the monsters threatening the land.

Provides information about the history, daily life, social structure, and culture of the Vikings.

Illustrations and simple text introduce young readers to the experiences of Viking raiders and traders.

Provides information about the lives of Vikings, discussing how and where they lived, farming activities, family units, slavery, the work of men and women, colonizing, and festivities.

Answers questions about the Vikings regarding who they were, what they looked like, their families, religion, food, entertainment, education, and social institutions.