Viking / written by Susan M. Margeson ; photographed by Peter Anderson.
"Become an eyewitness to the world of Nordic raiders and traders and learn all about the culture and history of Vikings. This picture-led guide will take you on a visual tour of the history and culture of these daring Norse adventurers. Children can learn all about the Vikings' incredible ships and conquests, as well as their intriguing culture, religions, and home life. Eyewitness Viking gives a detailed overview for kids aged 9+ of the history of these Nordic explorers, including images of original artifacts, lots of intriguing facts and how they used to live. Using full-color photographs to break down the topic, children will enjoy learning about why these fearless explorers sailed across seas and up rivers to east and west, and became the first Europeans to cross the Atlantic and reach the coast of North America." -- Provided by publisher.
This book tells the story of the Vikings--their ships and weapons, heroes and myths, and great adventures in war and exploration.
Record details
- ISBN: 9780593842393
- ISBN: 0593842391
- ISBN: 9780593842386
- ISBN: 0593842383
- Physical Description: 72 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color maps ; 29 cm.
- Edition: New edition, Revised edition, American edition.
- Publisher: New York, New York : DK Publishing, 2024.
- Copyright: ©2024
Content descriptions
| General Note: | "New edition"--Cover. First published in 1994. |
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (page 69) and index. |
| Formatted Contents Note: | Who were the Vikings? -- Lords of the sea -- A Viking warship -- Viking warriors -- Weapons -- Raiding Europe - Going East -- Discovering new lands -- A Viking fort -- Other ships -- Trading east and west -- Rulers and freemen -- Women and children -- At home -- Meal time -- Animals, wild and imagined -- Farming -- Getting around -- In the workshop -- Spinning and weaving -- Jewelry -- Brooches -- Games, music, and stories -- Gods and legends -- Viking burials -- Buried treasure -- Runes and picture stones -- The Jelling Stone -- The coming of Christianity -- Did you know? -- Who's who? -- Find out more. |
| Target Audience Note: | Ages 9-12. DK Publishing. |
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| Subject: | Vikings > Juvenile literature. Vikings > Social life and customs > Juvenile literature. Northmen > Juvenile literature. |
| Genre: | Illustrated works. Informational works. |
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Available copies
- 38 of 47 copies available at NC Cardinal.
- 2 of 3 copies available at Rockingham County Public Library. (Show)
Holds
- 1 current hold with 47 total copies.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Library | J 948.022 M (Text) | 31554012302419 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Madison-Mayodan Public Library | J 948.022 M (Text) | 31554012302427 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Reidsville Library | J 948.022 M (Text) | 31554012302435 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Checked out | 08/26/2025 |
| Alexander Main Library | J 948.022 Margeson (Text) | 34269001428409 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Alleghany Public Library | J 948.022 MAR (Text) | 30664100337002 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Benhaven Public Library | J 948.022 Mar (Text) | 33630005378786 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Black Mountain Library | j948.022 MAR (Text) | 0020660359454 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
| C.B. Hildebrand Public Library | J 948 MAR (Text) | 33557004668505 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
| Cleveland County Main Library | J 948.022 EYE (Text) | 22281500157561 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Checked out | 08/25/2025 |
| Cliffdale Library | J948.022 M REV. ED. (Text) | 31781068905072 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
