Norse Fighting Heroes : Kings, Conquerors and Shieldmaidens.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Ryder, Jamie.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Vikings.

Mythology, Norse.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (226 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Havertown : Pen & Sword Books Limited, 2024.

Summary:

The book explores the lives, legends, and cultural impact of Norse heroes, warriors, and rulers, as depicted through sagas, archaeological evidence, and historical studies. It delves into the ideals of heroism, ambition, and societal values in Viking-age Scandinavia, examining figures such as kings, conquerors, and influential women. The author, Jamie Ryder, provides a nuanced perspective on the Vikings, showcasing their transformative contributions to history beyond their reputation for violence. Combining mythology, historical analysis, and scholarly insights, the book is intended for readers interested in Viking lore, history, and the interplay between myth and reality. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Book Title

Copyright

Contents

Acknowledgements

Author's Note

Introduction

Chapter 1 The Dragon Slayer and The Allure of Ambition

Chapter 2 The Valkyrie and The Princess

Chapter 3 The Dynasty of Shaggy Breeches and Eternal Fame

Chapter 4 The Boneless Warlord and The Blood of Kings

Chapter 5 The First Christian King of Scandinavia

Chapter 6 The Queen Mother and the Ingenuity of Norse Women

Chapter 7 The Norse Alexander the Great

Chapter 8 The Warrior Poet and The Wisdom of Verse

Chapter 9 The Deep-Minded Matriarch and the Uncertainty of Starting Again

Chapter 10 The Vikings of the East and the Founding of a New Kingdom

Chapter 11 The Saintly Sinner and The Brave Pagan

Chapter 12 The Well-Travelled Voyager and The Mystery of Runes

Chapter 13 The Wanderluster and The Mediterranean Sojourn

Plates

Chapter 14 The Exile and The Discovery of a Lifetime

Chapter 15 The Siblings of Luck and Savagery

Chapter 16 The Hard Ruler and The Path to Greatness

Chapter 17 The Norman Conqueror and the Conquest of England

Chapter 18 The Crusader and The Holy Calling

Notes

Bibliography

Index

Back Cover.

Notes:

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Other Format:

Print version: Ryder, Jamie Norse Fighting Heroes

ISBN:

9781399038942

OCLC:

1477219427