Author(s): Philip Wilkinson

Children & Young Adult

Who were the Vikings? Find out about where they came from and how they lived. Who was the most powerful of the Viking gods? Explore the Vikings' fascinating myths and legends. Why did the Vikings give their swords and axes names? Get a grip on the Vikings' deadly weaponry. Why did Viking craftsmen carve figureheads in the shape of dragons? Uncover the secrets of Viking shipbuilding.