Explore the world of Nordic raiders and traders with this picture-packed, fact-filled book. This book is an essential guide to the history and culture of these daring Norse adventurers. With stunning photography, original artefacts, and lots of fascinating facts, find out about the Vikings' incredible ships and conquests, as well as their intriguing culture, religions, and home life. Understand why these fearless explorers sailed across seas and up rivers to east and west, and became the first Europeans to cross the Atlantic and reach the coast of North America. This popular title has been reinvigorated with a fresh new look, new photographs, updated information, and a new "eyewitness" feature - first-hand accounts from experts in the field.