The Vikings : westward and eastward - a microguide

The micro-guide portrays the world of the Viking Age—from the first voyages of Nordic chieftains in the late eighth century, through raids, trade, and settlements along the coasts of Europe, to the introduction of Christianity and the end of the period around the year 1066. It offers an overview of Viking society, religion, and mythology, as well as their significance for the cultural and political development of Scandinavia and the wider European world.