The Vikings: Facts and Fictions (Historical Facts and Fictions)

Synopsis

This Book Explores Popular Misconceptions About The Vikings And The Historical Truths About Viking Society.--provided By Publisher. Vikings Were One Nation -- All Scandinavians Were Vikings -- Vikings Were Barbarians -- All Vikings Were Pagan -- Vikings Were Hated By Their Peers -- Wives Of Vikings Had Equal Rights -- Vikings Had Primitive Weapons -- Vikings Were Unhygienic -- Vikings Wore Horned Helmets -- Vikings Carved The Blood-eagle -- Vikings Drank Out Of Skull-cups. Kirsten Wolf And Tristan Mueller-vollmer. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.