The Viking Age. Volume 1 (of 2) by Paul B. Du Chaillu
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"The Viking Age. Volume 1" by Paul B. Du Chaillu is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the early history, manners, and customs of the ancestors of the English-speaking nations, drawing from antiquities uncovered in various burial sites, as well as from ancient sagas and Eddas. It primarily focuses on the Viking civilization and its influence on the lands they settled, particularly in Britain. The opening
of the volume sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of Norse civilization, emphasizing the wealth of archaeological evidence that paints a vivid picture of their social, political, and religious life. Du Chaillu discusses the motivations and characteristics of the Norse people, whom he describes as warlike, adventurous, and energetic, attributing their maritime prowess to their ancestry. He hints at the transformation of Britain through Viking influence, foreshadowing an extensive examination of their customs, literature, and mythology, which will be traced throughout the chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Du Chaillu, Paul B. (Paul Belloni), 1835-1903 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Viking Age. Volume 1 (of 2) The early history, manners, and customs of the ancestors of the English-speaking nations |
| Credits |
Produced by Richard Tonsing, Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 75.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DL: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Northern Europe, Scandinavia |
| Subject | Vikings |
| Subject | Scandinavia -- Antiquities |
| Subject | Scandinavia -- Civilization |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 56167 |
| Release Date | Dec 13, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1993 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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