Viking Expansion Routes

Linda Hill

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Viking Expansion Routes explores the remarkable voyages of the Vikings, revealing them not just as raiders but as skilled navigators, traders, and settlers who significantly impacted Medieval Europe. The book examines the drivers behind their expansion, analyzing their maritime technology and the long-term effects of their presence. Intriguingly, Viking shipbuilding innovations allowed them to dominate the seas and rivers, while their settlements and trade networks reshaped political and economic landscapes. The book contextualizes Viking expansion within early medieval European history, drawing from diverse sources like Norse sagas and archaeological findings. It argues that Viking expansion was a series of interconnected processes influenced by environmental factors, economic incentives, and social dynamics. The approach moves beyond simple narratives of raiding to explore the complex factors that shaped Viking activities.

 
Structured systematically, Viking Expansion Routes begins with Viking society and culture, progresses to their shipbuilding skills, and then traces their routes westward to the British Isles and Iceland, southward to the Mediterranean, and eastward into Russia. The book concludes by assessing the lasting impact of Viking presence on the political, economic, and cultural development of Europe, offering a comprehensive understanding of this pivotal period.

Disponível desde: 03/05/2025.

Comprimento de impressão: 62 páginas.

Ciências Sociais e Humanidades

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