Children of Ash & Elm

by Neil Price

Basic Books · 2020 · 608 pages

Forget the horned helmets and sea monsters; this history dives deep into the complex lives of the Norsemen who navigated vast networks of trade, settlement, and conflict. Drawing on cutting-edge archaeology, Neil Price reconstructs their societies, beliefs, and artistic expressions, revealing a people far more nuanced than myth suggests. If you're fascinated by ambitious explorers and the intricate realities of pre-modern cultures, prepare for a captivating journey into the heart of the Viking Age.

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