The Vikings in Britain and Irelandaf Jayne Carroll

Exploring the Viking conquest and settlement across Britain and Ireland, this lively history book looks at the impact of Viking forces - the development of towns and societies, their trades and beliefs, language and their interactions with native peoples. Drawing on the superb collection of the British Museum, together with other finds, sites and monuments, this book celebrates the vibrant diversity of Viking culture, and provides an intriguing insight into their daily life and their legacy, which is clearly signposted around Britain and Ireland today.