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Vikings and Their Travels

By David Salariya

What secrets hide behind Viking longships, strange gods and the laws of Thingvellir?

informative fascinating adventurous illustrated

Genres

Non-fiction History Travel

What is Vikings and Their Travels about?

Step into the world of the Vikings and discover how these skilled sailors, farmers and traders lived more than a thousand years ago. Learn about their longships, daring journeys and settlements, including the voyages of Leif Eiriksson and Eirik the Red. Explore Viking homes, food, funerals and laws, and meet the powerful gods they worshipped. From busy markets to the great assembly at Thingvellir, this fascinating guide reveals the everyday lives, beliefs and adventures of the Norse people.

About the author

David Salariya is a creative author and illustrator who loves making books fun and interesting for children. He is the founder of The Salariya Book Company and has helped create popular series like You Wouldn’t Want To Be, which brings history to life in exciting ways. David enjoys inspiring young readers to explore and learn through stories.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

1993

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