vikings

"The Doomsday of Yule has arrived, and the future of dragonkind lies in the hands of one boy with nothing to show--but everything to fight for. Hiccup's quest is clear... But can he end the rebellion? Can he prove himself to be King of the Wilderwest? Can he save the dragons? The stakes have never been higher, as the very fate of the Viking world hangs in the balance!"--Provided by publisher.

"Beware of Vikings" warns Morgan. Then Jack and Annie are whished back to ancient Ireland. They land on a cliff on a misty island. how will they find the story they are looking for? It will take a Viking invasion, the help of a jolly monk and a lot of courage for Jack and Annie to succeed.

Former slave Halfdan Hroriksson, now a Viking warrior, leaves home to find what fate has in store for him, and to fulfill his oath to kill the man who murdered his brother.

Text and illustrations describe the history of the Vikings, discussing their life at sea, legends and lore, daily life and more.

Presents a comprehensive history of five hundred years of Viking civilization, and traces their political, military, cultural, and religious heritage.

Chronicles the life of Queen Emma of England, tracing the process by which she grew from child bride of Athelred, King of England--an alliance arranged to unite the English and Normans against the Vikings--to powerful monarch and mother.

"Focuses on the discoveries and inventions of the ancient Viking civilization in the areas of transportation, agriculture, architecture, science, and technology"--Provided by publisher.

"The Viking reputation is of bloodthirsty seafaring warriors, repeatedly plundering the British Isles and the North Atlantic throughout the early Middle Ages. Yet Vikings were also traders, settlers, and farmers, with a complex artistic and linguistic culture." "Highlighting the latest archaeological finds, Julian Richards reveals the Viking world in its entirety: their history, society and culture, and their expansion overseas for trade, colonization, and plunder. Richards cuts through the myths to provide new insight into their rune stones, ships, and religion. His book takes us to new discoveries in Scandinavia, Iceland, and Greenland, while examining contemporary Viking re-enactment groups, Nazi-sponsored excavations, and DNA testing for elusive Viking blood, leading to a re-appraisal of the meaning of the term 'Viking'."--BOOK JACKET.

"Describes the lives of the legendary Viking warriors, including their daily life, weapons, and fighting techniques"--Provided by publisher.