Overview

Take an incredible journey back in time to a land of warriors, longboats and legends. Marvel at fabulous treasures and sagas of heroes, monsters and epic voyages. Travel back in time more than a thousand years to visit the world of the Vikings. Board a longship to go on a voyage of exploration, and see the weapons and armor used by a mighty warrior. Discover mythical tales of magic, monsters, gods, and goddesses. Learn about mysterious picture stones, how the Vikings honored their dead, and how they traveled to the ends of the known world. Dozens of ancient Viking treasures are depicted in detailed full-color illustrations accompanied by fascinating facts about their use, lore, and history. DOZENS OF ARTIFACTS: Learn about 36 iconic objects, from a Viking warrior’s axe to a longship that sailed the high seas. BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED: Vibrant, detailed images of the art, objects, people, and icons of the Viking world. FASCINATING FACTS: Includes hundreds of amazing facts about Viking treasures in an easy-to-read format that will enthrall budding historians of all ages. CLASSROOM TO COFFEE TABLE: This beautiful volume is equally at home on a school bookshelf to support student learning as in a living room to be enjoyed by the whole family. COLLECT THE SERIES: More fascinating compendiums for all ages include The Magnificent Book of Treasures: Ancient Egypt, The Magnificent Book of Treasures: Ancient Rome, The Magnificent Book of Horses, The Magnificent Book of Extinct Animals, and more!

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Author:   Stella Caldwell ,  Eugenia Nobati
Publisher:   Weldon Owen Children's Books
Imprint:   Weldon Owen Children's Books
Volume:   9
ISBN:  

9781915588241

ISBN 10:   1915588243
Pages:   80
Publication Date:   07 September 2023
Recommended Age:   From 8 to 12 years
Audience:   Children/juvenile ,  Children's (6-12)
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

Ship of the Dead The Great Wolf The Hammer of Thor A Warrior’s Helmet The Great Procession Wooden Wagon Valkyrie Warrior A Gift for a Queen Decorated Spoon The Amber King Bronze Weather Vane Marker for the Dead The God of Thunder Christian Crucifix Antler Combs A Child’s Toy Stone Dragon The Snarling Beast The Unknown Viking A Chieftain’s Braid Necklace of Fish Tails Ring of Charms The Inscribed Sword The Silver Hoard Winter Boot The King’s Cup The Carved Warrior Jug for a Feast Bronze Key Box Brooch Trader’s Weights Golden Goddess The Buried Sledge King of the Gods Arriving at Valhalla The Chieftain’s Axe The Viking World Map

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Stella A. Caldwell has written dozens of books for children covering everything from mythical beasts and legends to the ancient Egyptians, pirates, and medieval knights. She studied English literature at the University of Edinburgh and spent many years working in children's publishing as an editor before writing her first book, a field guide to dragons called Dragonworld. Eugenia Nobati is based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where she still lives with her family, two cats, and a dog. Her work has been published in nine countries and more than forty books. She was selected among sixteen illustrators representing Argentina in Bratislava's Bienal 2012. In 2014, she was recognized by ALIJA, Argentina's section of IBBY, for the best illustrated book.

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