Arranged thematically, Vikings: A History of the Norse People is an illustrated guide to the Norsemen, from exploration, trade and settlement to weaponry, religion, and their legacy.
From the fury of the Northmen, good Lord deliver us. - Anonymous monk, Noirmoutier, France, 9th century AD. Beginning in 789 AD, the Vikings raided monasteries,... Læs mere
With 200 photographs and illustrations covering every aspect of Japanese armour, Samurai Armour provides a compact, accessible guide to this complex, highly decorative protective clothing that still fascinates modern readers.
Before the Roman Empire, the Celts dominated central and western Europe. Highly illustrated, Celts examines the different tribes and how they lived, fought and survived as a people, revealing the truth behind the stories of naked warriors, beheadings, druids and magic.
Battles of the Bible Illustrated Atlas introduces 20 key battles, each with a contextual introduction, a description of the action, and an analysis of the... Læs mere
With 180 photographs and illustrations covering every aspect of armour, Medieval Armour provides a compact, accessible guide to this complex, often decorative protective metal clothing that still fascinates modern readers.