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The Viking Age: A Reader, Third Edition (Readings in Medieval Civilizations and Cultures),Used
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In this extensively revised third edition of The Viking Age: A Reader, Somerville and McDonald successfully bring the Vikings and their world to life for twentyfirstcentury students and instructors. The diversity of the Viking era is revealed through the remarkable range and variety of sources presented as well as the geographical and chronological coverage of the readings.The third edition has been reorganized into fifteen chapters. Many sources have been added, including material on gender and warrior women, and a completely new final chapter traces the continuing cultural influence of the Vikings to the present day. The use of visual material has been expanded, and updated maps illustrate historical developments throughout the Viking Age. The English translations of Norse texts, many of them new to this collection, are straightforward and easily accessible, while chapter introductions contextualize the readings.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Viking Age: A Reader, Third Edition'? A: The book focuses on the Viking era, presenting a diverse range of sources that bring the Vikings and their world to life for modern readers.
- Q: How many chapters are included in the third edition? A: The third edition is reorganized into fifteen chapters, covering various aspects of the Viking Age.
- Q: What new content is featured in this edition? A: This edition includes additional sources on gender and warrior women, as well as a new final chapter discussing the Vikings' cultural influence today.
- Q: What is the total number of pages in this book? A: The book has a total of 552 pages.
- Q: Is 'The Viking Age: A Reader' suitable for classroom use? A: Yes, the book is designed for students and instructors, making it a suitable resource for classroom settings.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Angus A. Somerville and R. Andrew McDonald.
- Q: When was the third edition published? A: The third edition was published on November 19, 2019.
- Q: Are there illustrations or maps included in the book? A: Yes, the third edition features expanded visual material and updated maps that illustrate historical developments throughout the Viking Age.
- Q: What makes the translations in this book accessible? A: The English translations of Norse texts are straightforward and easily accessible, with contextual introductions for each chapter.