Norway Vikings

Bloomsbury presents The Last Viking by Don Hollway, read by Mark Meadows. ‘The Last Viking is a masterful and pulse-pounding narrative that transports the reader into the middle of the action.’ Carl Gnam, Military Heritage Harald Sigurdsson burst into history as a teenaged youth in a Viking...

Inspired by the true story of the lone Viking who singlehandedly repelled an entire Saxon army: His life, loves, hopes, dreams, fears and the shocking conclusion to this uncommon act of love and valor. On September 25, 1066 the last great Viking battle for England was fought when fifteen thousand Saxons surprised a small contingent of invading Norsemen at Stamford Bridge. The Saxons had the advantage of overwhelming numbers and were well on their way to an easy victory, when... Before the two armies could engage, a lone Viking -- a berserker of emmense stature -- took to the bridge with his...

In his book, Rasmus Rasmussen provides a full account of the Viking's [1893] journey from Norway to Chicago from a crew member's point of view.

A shieldmaiden accused of treason. A warrior sworn to an enemy house. An oath that could save their clans—or destroy them. Astrid Ragnarsdottir will bow to no man. Fierce, independent, and deadly with a sword, she has spent her life defending her people and refusing every attempt to control her future. But when she is accused of betraying Fjordgate, the warrior who comes to her defense is the last man she should trust. Eirik Thorsson is a battle-scarred Viking with a failing peace to preserve. He needs safe passage through the fjord, the return of his clan’s stolen weapons, and answers ...

Weird but True Stories from Norwegian Myth and Folklore: Bizarre, Shocking, and Unbelievable Tales from the Land of the Midnight Sun takes readers on a haunting and unforgettable journey through one of the most unique storytelling traditions in the world. From the eerie fiddle songs of the water-dwelling nøkk to the undead draugr guarding Viking tombs, and from seductive forest spirits with hidden tails to the serpent of Lake Seljord, this collection uncovers ten chilling and true tales drawn from authentic Norwegian folklore. Rooted in real locations and passed down through centuries of ...

Trace a millennium of Scandinavian history, from the fierce dawn of Viking raiders to a resilient modern democracy. Perfect for your daily commute or armchair travels, this atmospheric narrative captures the survival of an underdog nation forged by ice, sea, and unyielding ambition. Rather than...

With a rich and fascinating history, beautiful landscapes, vibrant cultures, and friendly people, Scandinavia is a magical place which has become the go-to destination for tourists around the world. From their history of Vikings and vicious wars to the industrial revolution and their place in the modern world, Scandinavia truly has an incredible story to tell.

In the early morning of 9 April 1940, a fleet of German battleships entered the Oslofjord. Norwegian artillery delayed them long enough for King Haakon VII and his cabinet to escape to England, but there was no stopping the Nazi Blitzkrieg. Norway stood on the cusp of a traumatic five-year...

After the men in an Arctic Norwegian town are wiped out, the women must survive a sinister threat in this 1600s parable inspired by real events. Finnmark, Norway, 1617. Twenty-year-old Maren Magnusdatter stands on the craggy coast, watching the sea break into a sudden and reckless storm. Forty...

Experience an epic historical journey from fierce Viking raids to the rise of a modern Nordic superpower. Perfect for your daily commute or a session of focused learning, this immersive narrative reveals how a harsh, mountainous frontier forged a fiercely resilient society. Follow the dramatic...

Bloomsbury presents Lords of the Salt Road by Angus Konstam, read by David Monteath. The story of the Norse Earls of Orkney, whose lands once covered much of Scotland, and whose reach extended as far as Scandinavia, continental Europe and even the Mediterranean. Lords of the Salt Road reveals...

From the early days of prehistoric Scandinavia to the rule of the legendary seafaring Vikings, Norway has a vast a colorful history filled with sagas, alliances, and a rise to becoming a wealthy economic powerhouse in the modern age. Now, this book unveils the secrets of this amazing and beautiful country, from the time of the Vikings through the Middle Ages, the Napoleonic Wars, and Norway’s journey to its place in the modern world.

Ignite Your Child's Imagination with the Adventure: "Vikings for Kids"! Give your child the gift of adventure and learning with this captivating journey into the Viking Age. "Vikings for Kids" is a time machine that transports young explorers (ages 8–12) to a world of fearless seafarers, legendary heroes, and surprising historical truths. Inside, your child will: Discover the real stories behind Viking raids and the truth about horned helmets. Meet iconic figures like Leif Erikson and powerful shieldmaidens. Explore daily Viking life: what they ate, how they lived, and how they built ...

Bloomsbury presents Hammer of the Gods: King Olaf's Viking Conquest by Don Holloway, read by Mark Meadows. Weaving together Norse sagas and Anglo-Saxon chronicles to vividly depict the violence and spectacle of the Viking age, Don Hollway brings the legendary Olaf Tryggvason to life. Hammer of...

Things are rarely what they seem in the city of New Orleans. A wild and powerful love story. Let the games begin. ◆◆◆ It was midnight when FBI Special Agent Piper Pierce arrived in New Orleans with her luggage, a new assignment, and a head full of secrets. She was a strikingly beautiful woman with long silky brown hair and sultry blue eyes. But the gun, the badge, and the attitude warned that she was tough. On purpose. All day. Every day. Even in the French Quarter. And just a few miles away, Detective Maverick Patterson with the NOPD was ending a biker undercover case. You know, ...

The Long Forfeit is a story of exile, endurance, and the brutal arithmetic of survival. Declared an outlaw and cut loose from the protections of law, Grettir Ásmundarson lives by wit, strength, and the stubborn refusal to yield. He sleeps under turf, in caves, and on borrowed ground. He is feared, fed, cursed, and hunted in turn. While the dark presses closer and old enemies circle, Grettir learns what it means to live beyond the edge of ordinary men. Then he takes refuge on Drangey, a hard island of ladders, cliffs, wind, and hunger. There, with his loyal younger brother Illugi beside him...

Thorgrim Night Wolf, now somewhere on the south coast of Engla-land, may be closer to his goal of returning home than he has been since reaching Ireland years before, but he is still very, very far away. His son Harald, however, has ambitions beyond just getting home. Given command of one of the ships in the fleet, Harald sees a chance to put his courage on display, unleashing consequences that will lead Thorgrim into a fight against the powerful armies of Wessex, a fight he does not want.

A thrilling quest for the throne of Norway and, at long last, revenge… After years of voyaging around the world, the Wolves of Odin are going home. Far from the green crew led by an unblooded, wily lad that departed Sigtun, they return a renowned, feared war-band, led by Jarl Halfdan Loki-Born...

Twenty summers before, Hakon Haraldsson wrested Norway's throne from his murderous brother, Erik Bloodaxe, but he failed to rid himself of Erik's family. Now, the sons of Erik have come to reclaim Erik's realm and avenge the wrong done to their father and their kin. They do not come alone. With them marches an army of sword-Danes sent by the Danish King Harald Bluetooth, whose desire to expand his realm is as powerful as the lust for vengeance that pulses in the veins of Erik's brood.     

OUTCAST Their unexpected love will lead them to adventure and an unknown danger. Though she has never laid eyes on him, flame-haired Erica of Clan Macquarie is defiantly proud that her father was a Viking Jarl. Around her neck she wears the garnet-studded raven’s pendant that he gave to her mother so long ago. Someday she will seek out her father and follow her Viking destiny. That day comes sooner than she imagined when powerful and handsome Nordic warrior, Torin, comes ashore. An emissary of her father, Torin has come in search of the Jarl’s youngest son, “Eric,” little realizing ...