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The Wiley Blackwell Encyclopedia of Anglo-Saxon England
by Michael Lapidge and John Blair and Simon Keynes and Donald ScraggWidely acknowledged as the essential reference work for this period, this volume brings together more than 700 articles written by 150 top scholars that cover the people, places, activities, and creations of the Anglo-Saxons. The only reference work to cover the history, archaeology, arts, architecture, literatures, and languages of England from the Roman withdrawal to the Norman Conquest (c.450 – 1066 AD) Includes over 700 alphabetical entries written by 150 top scholars covering the people, places, activities, and creations of the Anglo-Saxons Updated and expanded with 40 brand-new entries and a new appendix detailing "English Archbishops and Bishops, c.450-1066" Accompanied by maps, line drawings, photos, a table of "English Rulers, c.450-1066," and a headword index to facilitate searching An essential reference tool, both for specialists in the field, and for students looking for a thorough grounding in key topics of the period
Who Made England?
by Chip ColquhounDid you know English people were around before the country of England was invented? It’s true: just over 1,000 years ago, English people lived in several smaller countries all over the island of Britain. A Saxon king called Alfred is famous for starting to bring these countries together – but who finished the job? Another Saxon king? A monk? Or was it... a Viking? In this fantastically illustrated book, storyteller Chip Colquhoun explores fact and folklore to see what they tell us about the birth of a country. After enjoying these tales of deadly battles, singing kings and miraculous queens, can you work out Who Made England?
Viking Warrior vs Anglo-Saxon Warrior
by Peter Dennis and Gareth WilliamsIn the two centuries before the Norman invasion of England, Anglo-Saxon and Viking forces clashed repeatedly in bloody battles across the country. Repeated Viking victories in the 9th century led to their settlement in the north of the country, but the tide of war ebbed and flowed until the final Anglo-Saxon victory before the Norman Conquest. Using stunning artwork, this book examines in detail three battles between the two deadly foes: Ashdown in 871 which involved the future Alfred the Great; Maldon in 991 where an Anglo-Saxon army sought to counter a renewed Viking threat; and Stamford Bridge in 1066, in which King Harold Godwinesson abandoned his preparations to repel the expected Norman invasion in order to fight off Harald Hard-Counsel of Norway.Drawing upon historical accounts from both English and Scandinavian sources and from archaeological evidence, Gareth Williams presents a detailed comparison of the weaponry, tactics, strategies and underlying military organization of the Anglo-Saxons and Vikings, and considers the developments which took place on both sides in the two centuries of Viking incursions into Anglo-Saxon England.
Viking Warrior vs Anglo-Saxon Warrior
by Peter Dennis and Gareth WilliamsIn the two centuries before the Norman invasion of England, Anglo-Saxon and Viking forces clashed repeatedly in bloody battles across the country. Repeated Viking victories in the 9th century led to their settlement in the north of the country, but the tide of war ebbed and flowed until the final Anglo-Saxon victory before the Norman Conquest. Using stunning artwork, this book examines in detail three battles between the two deadly foes: Ashdown in 871 which involved the future Alfred the Great; Maldon in 991 where an Anglo-Saxon army sought to counter a renewed Viking threat; and Stamford Bridge in 1066, in which King Harold Godwinesson abandoned his preparations to repel the expected Norman invasion in order to fight off Harald Hard-Counsel of Norway.Drawing upon historical accounts from both English and Scandinavian sources and from archaeological evidence, Gareth Williams presents a detailed comparison of the weaponry, tactics, strategies and underlying military organization of the Anglo-Saxons and Vikings, and considers the developments which took place on both sides in the two centuries of Viking incursions into Anglo-Saxon England.
Viking Victory
by Jennifer Gray and Amanda SwiftA nasty builder with a huge digger is threatening the guinea pigs' woodland! The furry pals must protect it - but how? Terry wants to tell all his friends online... Eduardo thinks a protest song will do the trick... While Coco just wants everyone to get on with it! Then they meet Olaf the Viking guinea pig who claims to be over 1,000 years old. Can they use his ancient tactics to help fight the builder?
Viking Tales
by Terry Deary and Helen FlookFrom the bestselling author of Horrible Histories...North America, 1009. The conquering Vikings are delighted to reach North America. The land is green and fertile - it's the perfect place to establish a new home. But first they must learn to get on with the natives. Terry Deary's Viking Tales explore the world and mythology of the Vikings through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. These stories feature real people from history and take place in some of the most recognizable Viking settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.Book band: BrownIdeal for ages 7+Quizzed for Accelerated Reader
Viking Tales
by Terry Deary and Helen FlookFrom the bestselling author of Horrible Histories...Wessex, Southern England, 878. Fortune is not on the side of the English and the Vikings will soon control all the land. Even young Ethelbert believes he could do a better job than King Alfred. Little does he know that soon he will be called on to prove it. Terry Deary's Viking Tales explore the world and mythology of the Vikings through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. These stories feature real people from history and take place in some of the most recognizable Viking settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.Book band: BrownIdeal for ages 7+Quizzed for Accelerated Reader
Viking Tales
by Terry Deary and Helen FlookFrom the bestselling author of Horrible Histories...Norway, 793 AD. Fleece was snatched by Viking warriors when she was a young girl. Now she must work for a bullying farmer and his family, looking after their sheep. She longs to return to the country where she was born, but how will she ever make that journey back across the sea?Terry Deary's Viking Tales explore the world and mythology of the Vikings through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. These stories feature real people from history and take place in some of the most recognizable Viking settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.Book band: BrownIdeal for ages 7+Quizzed for Accelerated Reader
Viking Tales
by Terry Deary and Helen FlookFrom the bestselling author of Horrible Histories...Wessex, Southern England, 878. Fortune is not on the side of the English and the Vikings will soon control all the land. Even young Ethelbert believes he could do a better job than King Alfred. Little does he know that soon he will be called on to prove it. Terry Deary's Viking Tales explore the world and mythology of the Vikings through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. These stories feature real people from history and take place in some of the most recognizable Viking settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.Book band: BrownIdeal for ages 7+Quizzed for Accelerated Reader
Viking Tales
by Terry Deary and Helen FlookFrom the bestselling author of Horrible Histories...North America, 1009. The conquering Vikings are delighted to reach North America. The land is green and fertile - it's the perfect place to establish a new home. But first they must learn to get on with the natives. Terry Deary's Viking Tales explore the world and mythology of the Vikings through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. These stories feature real people from history and take place in some of the most recognizable Viking settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.Book band: BrownIdeal for ages 7+Quizzed for Accelerated Reader
Viking Tales
by Terry Deary and Helen FlookFrom the bestselling author of Horrible Histories...Whitby, Northern England, 867. Edwin and Luke are young boys training to be monks. It's a quiet life, until one day the Vikings invade. The boys are terrified of the fearsome Danes, whose gods are even more terrifying warriors than they are. What will happen if the boys are caught?Terry Deary's Viking Tales explore the world and mythology of the Vikings through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. These stories feature real people from history and take place in some of the most recognisable Viking settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.Book band: BrownIdeal for ages 7+Quizzed for Accelerated Reader
Viking Tales
by Terry Deary and Helen FlookFrom the bestselling author of Horrible Histories...Whitby, Northern England, 867. Edwin and Luke are young boys training to be monks. It's a quiet life, until one day the Vikings invade. The boys are terrified of the fearsome Danes, whose gods are even more terrifying warriors than they are. What will happen if the boys are caught?Terry Deary's Viking Tales explore the world and mythology of the Vikings through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. These stories feature real people from history and take place in some of the most recognisable Viking settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.Book band: BrownIdeal for ages 7+Quizzed for Accelerated Reader
Viking Tales
by Terry Deary and Helen FlookFrom the bestselling author of Horrible Histories...Norway, 793 AD. Fleece was snatched by Viking warriors when she was a young girl. Now she must work for a bullying farmer and his family, looking after their sheep. She longs to return to the country where she was born, but how will she ever make that journey back across the sea?Terry Deary's Viking Tales explore the world and mythology of the Vikings through the eyes of children who could have lived at the time. These stories feature real people from history and take place in some of the most recognizable Viking settings. This new edition features notes for the reader to help extend learning and exploration of the historical period.Book band: BrownIdeal for ages 7+Quizzed for Accelerated Reader
The Vikings in Britain
by Moira Butterfield'The past is all around us, if we know where to look.' This series takes a look at archaeological, structural and museum evidence from around Britain, allowing readers to build up a picture of what life was like in key historical periods and how you can discover it for yourself by visiting sites around the country.
Vikings
by Robert FowkeDid you know that Vikings liked to slurp blood soup for supper?Highly-practised in the art of thuggery, the Vikings loved their drink, sacrificed humans in the name of religion and didn't bother with school! Any history book will give you the boring facts THEY think you should know, but only this one will tell you what the blood-thirsty Vikings were REALLY like ...
Vikings
by Liza Phipps and Avril ThompsonHistory Showtime brings a fresh new approach to history, combining essential learning with the fun of drama and music.History Showtime: Vikings looks at who the Vikings were and describes their everyday life, such as what they ate, what they wore and their beliefs. Alongside this key information are four songs, unique to this series, which bring the facts to life. At the end of the book is a simple playscript for children to act out.
The Vikings
by John MalamThrough examining primary evidence, such as, pots, swords, remains, artwork, buildings and tapestries, the reader will be introduced to each historical age.
Vikings
by Neil OliverThe Vikings famously took no prisoners, relished cruel retribution and prided themselves on their bloodthirsty skills as warriors. But their prowess in battle is only a small part of their extraordinary story. For over two hundred years between the end of the eighth century and the middle of the eleventh, these Scandinavian tribes became the greatest adventurers the world had yet seen. Perhaps the greatest there will ever be.
Viking peasants (UEB Uncontracted)
byThis image shows a woman on the left and a man on the right of the page. They are facing forwards so both eyes, arms and legs can be found. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the right way up.The woman's head is in the top left of the page. She wears a scarf which covers her hair and shoulders. It is fastened by a brooch near her shoulder. She wears a long apron over a long dress which has long sleeves. Her arms are held out to the left and right. Her feet can be found at the bottom left of the page.The man's head is in the top right of the page. He has a beard. He wears a cloak which covers his shoulders at the front and hangs down behind him. It is fastened by a brooch just down from his beard. He has a long sleeved tunic which comes down to his thighs. He has a belt around his waist. His arms are held out to the left and right. Under the tunic he wears long trousers. His feet can be found at the bottom right of the page.
Viking peasants (UEB Contracted)
byThis image shows a woman on the left and a man on the right of the page. They are facing forwards so both eyes, arms and legs can be found. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the right way up.The woman's head is in the top left of the page. She wears a scarf which covers her hair and shoulders. It is fastened by a brooch near her shoulder. She wears a long apron over a long dress which has long sleeves. Her arms are held out to the left and right. Her feet can be found at the bottom left of the page.The man's head is in the top right of the page. He has a beard. He wears a cloak which covers his shoulders at the front and hangs down behind him. It is fastened by a brooch just down from his beard. He has a long sleeved tunic which comes down to his thighs. He has a belt around his waist. His arms are held out to the left and right. Under the tunic he wears long trousers. His feet can be found at the bottom right of the page.
Viking peasants (Large Print)
byThis image shows a woman on the left and a man on the right of the page. They are facing forwards so both eyes, arms and legs can be found. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the right way up.The woman's head is in the top left of the page. She wears a scarf which covers her hair and shoulders. It is fastened by a brooch near her shoulder. She wears a long apron over a long dress which has long sleeves. Her arms are held out to the left and right. Her feet can be found at the bottom left of the page.The man's head is in the top right of the page. He has a beard. He wears a cloak which covers his shoulders at the front and hangs down behind him. It is fastened by a brooch just down from his beard. He has a long sleeved tunic which comes down to his thighs. He has a belt around his waist. His arms are held out to the left and right. Under the tunic he wears long trousers. His feet can be found at the bottom right of the page.
Viking longship, 900AD (UEB Uncontracted)
byThis image shows a side view of a longship with the stern on the left and the bow on the right of the page. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the right way up.The longship is a long thin boat with a large single sail. The mast starts in the centre at the top of the page and runs down leading to the cross boom with a square sail hanging down to the deck. The mast is supported by two ropes attached to the stern and one attached forwards to the bow. At the stern of the ship there is a steering oar going down into the water. To the right of the mast is the bow or front of the ship. At the very front of the boat is the dragon's head.
Viking longship, 900AD (UEB Contracted)
byThis image shows a side view of a longship with the stern on the left and the bow on the right of the page. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the right way up.The longship is a long thin boat with a large single sail. The mast starts in the centre at the top of the page and runs down leading to the cross boom with a square sail hanging down to the deck. The mast is supported by two ropes attached to the stern and one attached forwards to the bow. At the stern of the ship there is a steering oar going down into the water. To the right of the mast is the bow or front of the ship. At the very front of the boat is the dragon's head.
Viking longship, 900AD (Large Print)
byThis image shows a side view of a longship with the stern on the left and the bow on the right of the page. There is a locator dot shown, which will be at the top left of the page when the image is the right way up.The longship is a long thin boat with a large single sail. The mast starts in the centre at the top of the page and runs down leading to the cross boom with a square sail hanging down to the deck. The mast is supported by two ropes attached to the stern and one attached forwards to the bow. At the stern of the ship there is a steering oar going down into the water. To the right of the mast is the bow or front of the ship. At the very front of the boat is the dragon's head.
Viking Longship 2 (tactile)
by Adrian FarnsworthThis is an image of a side view of a ship with the stern on the left of the page and the bow on the right of the page. There is a thick single mast in the centre of the image with a sail to the right. Along the top edge of the hull are six round shields. On the left is a large paddle used to steer the ship. On the top right is a fierce looking dragon head facing to the right.