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- To explore the phenomenon of "the Vikings" from new angles.
- The Vikings is a historical subject of perennial interest to history-book lovers.
- Reviews in the paperback review sections of national dailies to include The Times and the Guardian.
- Reviews in the archaeology press (British Archaeology, Current Archaeology, BBC History, Britannia, Journal of Roman Studies, etc.)
- The Vikings is a historical subject of perennial interest to history-book lovers.
- Reviews in the paperback review sections of national dailies to include The Times and the Guardian.
- Reviews in the archaeology press (British Archaeology, Current Archaeology, BBC History, Britannia, Journal of Roman Studies, etc.)
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Reviews
"'Alex Harvey's Forgotten Vikings take us on a millennium-long tour from a volcanic eruption in 536 that blotted the sun out with an ash cloud and may have ultimately prompted outward migration from Scandinavia to the discovery of the corpse of what tantalisingly could have been Greenland's last Viking in 1540. He extends outwards our understanding of the Viking World in a lively exploration of so
Philip Parker, author of The Northmen's Fury
"'Forgotten Vikings is an impressive achievement. With imagination, vigour and passion for his subject, Harvey has produced a book that, like the Vikings themselves, is powerful and wide-ranging; sometimes strange, often surprising, it threatens to take you captive on the wildest of journeys.'"
Thomas Williams, author of Viking Britain
"'Forgotten Vikings weaves together archaeology, history, and mythology to cut through the popular image of bloodthirsty pillagers and unveil them as farmers, settlers, traders, and travellers. This book is a terrific tour de force, a testament to Harvey's meticulous research and engaging storytelling. It is informative and captivating, much like the tales told by the Old Norse storytellers themse
Jim Leary, author of Footmarks