Tells the life story of Viking explorer Leif Eriksson, describing his discoveries and adventures, and includes a time line, glossary, "fast facts, " and a list of further resources.
Presents a variety of facts about the Vikings and their lifestyle, including Viking beliefs, language, family life, and systems of farming and traveling.
Follows the path of the Vikings on their voyages of discovery, and introduces children descended from settlers on the Faeroe Islands, Gotland, Iceland, and the Aland Islands, all bound by the common threads of language, culture, and history.
Provides historical background and detailed information on the Viking soldier's training, duties, weapons, armor, equipment, rations, daily life, battle tactics, and military discipline.
Explores the history and culture of the Viking civilization from the eighth to twelfth centuries, and examines their society, religion, clothing, longboats, and more.