vikings

"This book distils a lifetime's study of Viking art. . . introducing all the intricate and beautiful art styles of the Viking age. It ranges in time from the first major Viking expeditions overseas around AD 800 to the general establishment of Christianity in Scandinavia some 300 years later . . . introduces the geographical and historical background to Viking culture; describes and illustrates the six main Viking art styles, showing how they emerged from and interacted with one another. Delicate metalwork, elaborate wood-carvings and the famous Gotland picture-stones are all discussed. Viking art ranges in scale from ship burials to decorated weapons and finely crafted jewelry; all feature here, alongside Viking architecture and archaeological traces left by Vikings across continental Europe and beyond . . . and examines Viking art in relation to pagan mythology, the conversion to Christianity, and the Viking legacy for later artistic movements"--Adapted from publisher description.

Chronicles the adventures and misadventures of Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third as he tries to pass the important initiation test of his Viking clan, the Tribe of the Hairy Hooligans, by catching and training a dragon.

"As the new chief, Hiccup must bring order to his village after the recent attack by Drago Bludvist and his Biewilderbeast. Another opportunity to prove himself comes when the earhthquake-plagued island of the Nepenthe calls for assistance. But once on the island, it becomes clear the tremors are just part of the problem!"--Back cover.

"Mid-9th Century CE. The Viking attacks and invasions are shattering England?s kingdoms. Born into a royal lineage of Norwegian kings, Geirmund Hel-hide sets out for adventure to prove his worth as a Viking and a warrior. A perilous journey across the sea brings him into contact with a being out of myth and grants him a mysterious ring that promises both great power and bitter betrayal. As Geirmund rises in the ranks of King Guthrum?s legendary army, he will have to use all his cunning to face the many dangers of a land ravaged by war. Fighting alongside his band of loyal warriors, his path will soon lead him into a conflict as old as the Gods themselves."--Back cover.

"A mysterious creature is running wild and terrorizing a village of Vikings. Can three little girls uncover the source and put an end to the mayhem?"--Provided by publisher.

"Vikings were fierce warriors who sailed the seas looking for new lands. They were expert sailors and shipbuilders. Find out the science behind their explorations, shipbuilding, and daily life. Discover how modern technology is being used to discover more about the lives of Vikings and their expeditions"--Provided by the publisher.

With his Viking ingenuity and a few helpful kittens, Stig overcomes his fear of the sea and woos the bold and beautiful Ingrid.

The Histronauts travel back in time to the Viking era to forage for food, decipher runes, build beautiful burial boats, and learn all about a Viking raid.

From the remote and unforgiving landscape of northern Europe, the Vikings voyaged to far-flung areas of the world with extraordinary consequences. Vikings examines the origins, explorations and settlements of these seafaring people, exploring their impact on the world as colonizers, craftsmen, traders and state-makers. This highly illustrated book provides a revealing portrait of the Vikings' incredible legacy with a collection of photographs and rare documents.

"... just over 1,000 years ago, English people lived in several smaller countries all over the island of Britain. A Saxon king called Alfred is famous for starting to bring these countries together--but who finished the job? Another Saxon king? A monk? Or was it... a Viking?"--Provided by publisher.