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Known for their courage on the battlefield and as masters of the sea, the Vikings spread out from their native Scandinavia to Greenland, North Africa, parts of Central Asia, and even Canada. Despite the fact that their heyday was short-lived, the Vikings left behind fragments of a culture that still fascinate children and adults alike. This exciting new book shows children what Viking life was really like.
Topics include
• the raiding season: individual and community preparation, targets of raids
• ship building, navigation, and life at sea daily life in the long house and the care of homesteads while the men were away
• seasonal festivals and their feasts
• rule by local chieftains
• pagan myths and legends, such as the
• Valkyries, and the arrival of Christianity

Ages 8-14.

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The Martyr’s Victory

by Eva March Tappan $20.00

Story of the life of Alfred the Great, how at twenty-two he inherited a land overrun by savage pirates, -a restless ignorant, defenseless land, and how he fought the Danes and restored the country to a condition of peace and safety. When he inherited his kingdom at twenty-two, the king was not safe in his palace, the priest in his church. There was little opportunity for agriculture; laws were not executed; schools had disappeared, the very wish to learn had disappeared; the whole land was rapidly sinking into ignorance and barbarism, and was exhausted by its sickening dread of the horrors that the next moment might bring. To restore a land in such a condition to peace and quiet and safety and freedom from fear of harm, to establish churches and schools, to make just laws, and see to it that they were justly executed-a man might well have been proud to have succeeded in doing any one of these things; and for the man who brought about all these good results, no praise can be too high. To him who, in the midst of all the fighting and the weariness and the anxiety and the temptation and the responsibility, lived a calm, simple, unselfish, blameless life, to him of all the sovereigns of England who have served their country well, may the title, “The Great,” most justly be given. 244 p. Ages 11-15. 

By Allen French $21.00

Relates the thrilling exploits of Rolf in the land of the Vikings: how he becomes an outlaw, and a thrall, and at long last gains his freedom and avenges the unlawful slaying of his father. Through his trials Rolf is challenged to grow in manliness, developing courage, self-control, patriotism, and perseverance, and in the end rising above the feud that has consumed him for so long. The story, inspired by Icelandic sagas, serves as an excellent introduction to the prevailing values of the Viking era. Suitable for ages 11 and up. 268p.

by Angus Konstam  $40.00

This beautiful hardback book reveals the exciting tapestry of Viking society, unravelling the complexities of Viking history, beliefs and artistic achievements over a period of 300 years. The informative text, detailed maps, photographs and illustrations bring to life the world of this vital and fascinating people who changed the face of Europe -and the world- forever.

A great accompaniment to the Viking Quest series.

Covers the following topics:

The Scandinavian Homeland; Viking Religious Belief; Viking Ships; The Sea Raiders; Viking Art and Literature; Exploring the Northern Seas; Viking Warriors; A Scandinavian Empire; Rivers to the East; Last of the Vikings; Appendix: Viking and Anglos-Saxon Kings.

by Emma Leslie  $21.00 

Read the First Chapter! 

Story Setting:  Danish England in 879 - 883 A.D.
Originally published in 1886; 266 pages; For Ages 12 – Adult

Knowing full well they may die in the attempt, a small band of monks sets out to convert the savage Danes who have laid waste to the surrounding countryside year after year. The monks’ faith is sorely tested as they face opposition from the angry Priest of Odin as well as doubts, Read the rest of this entry »

Viking Quest series by Lois Walfrid Johnson: A great historical series full of warmth, adventure, suspense and above all, a reminder of what can happen when we put our trust in God. Suit 8-13 years.

1 Raiders from the Sea $14.00

When Brianna rescues a stranger from drowning, she doesn’t realize that her actions may have put her family and village in danger. Then, Viking raiders capture Bree and her brother Devin and take them away from their home in Ireland. Each faces different journeys to courage. Bree goes towards a life of slavery, and Devin struggles to survive on his own. They must each trust God in spite of their troubles.

2 Mystery of the Missing Coins $14.00

Bree finds herself in a physical and spiritual battle for survival. She makes a daring escape from the Viking ship at night. With another slave, Lil, she must learn how to survive on the run in the unfamiliar woods of Norway. Meanwhile, a bag of valuable coins has also disappeared from the ship. As she seeks to win against her pursuers, she discovers the importance of forgiveness. Will Mikkel continue to pray to his Viking gods, or to Bree’s God instead?

3 Invisible Friend $14.00

Deep in the Norwegian fjords the Viking ship comes to shore. Mikkel, the prideful leader, is home but Bree faces an uncertain life. She feels sure that Mikkel is hiding a dark secret from his father. When Bree finds mysterious messages that seem for her, she longs to be what she is – the respected daughter of an Irish chieftan. In the midst of growing threat will Bree and Devin find God’s corage to win? Who is their invisible friend? And what does it mean to be truly free?

4 Heart of Courage $14.00

Devin and Briana O’Toole are facing the biggest adventure of their lives. In exchange for Bree’s freedom, they have agreed to make one voyage on the new Viking ship Conquest. With explorer Leif Erickson they travel from Norway to Iceland, then to Greenland and beyond, encountering the danger of the Northern waters and an unknown enemy within the ship’s crew. Will the hardships be worth it in the end, or will Bree remain a slave? Mikkel, the young captain of the Conquest, is full of ambition. More than anything, he has always wanted wealth and fame. But he will need courage to lead his men on such a perilous journey, and to regain his lost honor. He doesn’t even want to think about letting Bree go free. Only God can give Mikkel, Bree and Devin a Heart of Courage for the challenges that lie ahead.

5 Raider’s Promise $15.00

It’s been three years since Briana O’Toole was captured by the Viking raiders. She has longed to return home to her family in Ireland, but she’s no longer the same person. Now, she finds herself excited to be on Mikkel’s ship Conquest, and to be part of the discovery of new lands. And now that Mikkel himself has become a Christian, he’s changed, too. Bree, Devin, and Mikkel enter a new world with the explorer Leif Erikson. Their first task: build a shelter to survive the winter. But danger lurks from within–shadows on the horizon of a life where everyone needs the courage to win. Can Mikkel conquer his enemies and find new purpose for his life? Will he keep his promise to Bree and Devin to take them home to Ireland? Will he keep his pledge of honor–even if it means death?

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