Viking

(Hardback)

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Learn all about the culture and history of Vikings in this picture-packed reference guide for young readers. Explore the world of Nordic raiders and traders with this picture-packed, fact-filled book. Eyewitness Viking is an essential guide to the history and culture of these daring Norse adventurers. With stunning photography, original artefacts, and lots of fascinating facts, find out about the Vikings' incredible ships and conquests, as well as their intriguing culture, religions, and home life. Understand why these fearless explorers sailed across seas and up rivers to east and west, and became the first Europeans to cross the Atlantic and reach the coast of North America. Part of DK's best-selling Eyewitness series, which is now getting an exciting makeover, this popular title has been reinvigorated with a fresh new look, new photographs, updated information, and a new "eyewitness" feature - first-hand accounts from experts in the field. Readers will also get a giant poster packed with eye-popping photographs and fascinating facts, which serves as a useful reference tool on a bedroom or classroom wall. Eyewitness Viking is the perfect guide for homework help or for those who simply want to further their knowledge of this historical culture.

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