The Age of the Vikings

Anders Winroth is the author of the magnificent book The Conversion of Scandinavia, where he takes an interdisciplinary approach to recreate Scandinavia's conversion to Christianity from their own perspective (if you haven't read that book, go read it now). Here in The Age of the Vikings, he takes a similar in depth approach into the Viking Age in general. Every aspect of the Viking Age, from raiding, to trade, to religion, to art is explored carefully and vividly reconstructed. This book makes use of various sources from across all regions with Viking contact creating a very complete picture of the time. Winroth does all this in a lively writing style that is sure to keep you entertained as you go along on this informative journey. I recommend this for graduate students and casual readers alike.

I had to read this book to write a research paper comparing the Vikings and the Normans. This book was very factual and was not a difficult book to read. However this wasn't the best nonfiction book I have ever read, I believe it could have been better. Personally I would recommend buying the digital copy with the audiobook if you can, it was a much better to read that way.

Thanks for the shipment ! It came in good product! The buyer is very nice and they always get my packages right !!! Amazon is the best company for delivering!!! Thank you so much !!! 5/5 stars!!! 🌟 🌟🌟🌟🌟

After a trip to Sweden I searched for a book on the Vikings, one with depth and no axe to grind per other book reviews. This one was near perfect. It’s not chronological, it’s divided into subjects ( war, religion, art, etc) that explain the complex tapestry of this civilization. The author notably relies on information from the Viking period and not centuries later. It’s a relatively easy read with great pics. Enjoy!

Interesting subject matter, uninspired writing. I guess the bottom line is that the Vikings were not as exciting as modern people think....and this book was not as exciting as it could have been. Its not that the writing is in the academic style, which I wouldn't mind, its just that there is so much "stage setting" that's not really pertinent to the most important points that the important stuff gets lost in the somewhat arid rambling. I realize everyone can't write like Robert Payne or Stephan Ambrose but how do you write a book about Vikings that is so dull?

There has been an explosion of television series and movies related to Vikings in recent years. Watching them I wasn't sure what was historically accurate vs glamorized for cinematic effect. I wanted to find a book to help educate me on what is fact vs fiction on the topic of Vikings. This book was perfect. It provided the right amount of detail without getting too deep in the weeds. I plan on keeping this book to refer back to over time. I would and have recommend this book to others.

This book is well written and researched but pretty dry. It’s more like a text book with lot’s of info. The history from the early period is sketchy so it moved thru that fairly quickly but if you want a factual read this is a good one.

This book is very informative. I enjoyed reading it and had a hard time putting it down. Being Swedish and a fan of the show vikings I have a lot of interest in the Norse way of life and have learned a lot. Each chapter focuses on a different aspect of history from beginning to end of the viking age. Overall I recommend this book if you are looking for some good history on the viking age. Thank you!

A really good book about the Viking Age. It is based on the best archeological evidence and that is ably interpreted. I really enjoyed this book.

Engaging, single-volume and thorough account of Viking history from a learned scholar. Strikes a great balance between dry history and an engaging narrative.

Great ..Everything you need to know about Vikings

Narration is very engaging, I feel like I'm taking a guided tour across the ages. Fun reading with lots of info and history.

O livro chegou em perfeito estado, não posso reclamar. Contudo, acho importante notar que o livro veio solto dentro da embalagem. Mesmo que a embalagem por dentro tenha plástico bolha, danos ainda podem acontecer. Dessa vez tive sorte, mas já recebi produtos embalados do mesmo modo que vieram danificados. Fora isso não posso reclamar do conteúdo, é exatamente o que esperava e desejava.