The Vikings

This book introduces the reader to the fascinating world of the Vikings. It explores how the Vikings invaded foreign lands and worshipped their gods. It also looks at how ordinary people lived their daily lives, from shipbuilding and farming, to Viking arts, crafts, and fashion.


Did you know...?

• Vikings were probably the first Europeans to visit America.

• Rich Vikings were buried in ships.

• We still use Viking words today like “husband” and “window.”


This book is one of a series of eight books that explore Ancient Civilizations.


Titles in the series

Ancient Chinese

Ancient Egyptians

the Greeks

The Aztecs

The Incas

The Maya

The Romans

The Vikings