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4.13 AVERAGE
4.13 AVERAGE
While the title may cause one to jump to the conclusion that the book has a religious bent, the truth is not quite so restrictive. Though the authors do talk about the Vikings becoming Christians, this story is more of the backbone of the book rather than a driving focus.
What I found interesting about the book were the many “facts” I had come to accept as true that have no basis in actual history. Authors Martyn Whittock and Hannah Whittock (father and daughter) dispel many myths that have rooted and grown over the years, including the fact that no archaeological dig has ever unearthed those skullcaps with horns we always see in the movies.
This book is a fascinating account of Vikings throughout history as well as their travels around the world. Their exploits took them everywhere, including the Middle East (would you believe the decline of the Middle East brought about a reduction of silver, which provided a reason to why Vikings needed to venture out and find more, although in a more violent fashion than when they traded for it).
The impact of the Vikings upon the world (and the world upon them) provides a different viewpoint, one most of us have probably never experienced before. History buffs as well as those who only possess a mild curiosity about the past should both find this book a good read. Five stars.
What I found interesting about the book were the many “facts” I had come to accept as true that have no basis in actual history. Authors Martyn Whittock and Hannah Whittock (father and daughter) dispel many myths that have rooted and grown over the years, including the fact that no archaeological dig has ever unearthed those skullcaps with horns we always see in the movies.
This book is a fascinating account of Vikings throughout history as well as their travels around the world. Their exploits took them everywhere, including the Middle East (would you believe the decline of the Middle East brought about a reduction of silver, which provided a reason to why Vikings needed to venture out and find more, although in a more violent fashion than when they traded for it).
The impact of the Vikings upon the world (and the world upon them) provides a different viewpoint, one most of us have probably never experienced before. History buffs as well as those who only possess a mild curiosity about the past should both find this book a good read. Five stars.
This informative text book contains the history of the Norse from pagan times to early Christianity.
It was a very interesting read, but, since it's a text book, it's not a book you read for leasure/pleasure. Hence it took me some time to get through it.
It was a very interesting read, but, since it's a text book, it's not a book you read for leasure/pleasure. Hence it took me some time to get through it.
I give The Vikings by Martyn and Hannah Whittock 5 stars. This was such a fun and informative read. I loved the way that it was set up, country to country, and how it covered so much without being dense or overdoing the details. I also appreciated that they they were respectful about they’re descriptions.