History Of The Northmen; Or Danes And Normans: From The Earliest Times To The Conquest Of England By William Of Normandy

By Henry Wheaton

Book Overview

""History of the Northmen; or Danes and Normans: From the Earliest Times to the Conquest of England by William of Normandy"" is a comprehensive historical account written by Henry Wheaton. The book covers the history of the Northmen, including the Danes and Normans, from their earliest origins up to the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century. The book is divided into several parts, each covering a different period in the history of the Northmen. The first part of the book covers the early history of the Northmen, including their migration from Scandinavia and their settlement in various parts of Europe. The second part of the book covers the Viking Age, when the Northmen became notorious for their raids and conquests throughout Europe. The third part of the book covers the period of the Norman Conquest of England, including the events leading up to the invasion and the eventual victory of William of Normandy over the Anglo-Saxon king, Harold Godwinson. This section of the book also includes detailed descriptions of the battles and military tactics used by both sides during the conflict. Throughout the book, Wheaton provides detailed accounts of the social, cultural, and political developments of the Northmen, as well as their interactions with other peoples and cultures. He also includes extensive references to primary sources, such as chronicles and sagas, to support his narrative. Overall, ""History of the Northmen; or Danes and Normans"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Northmen and their impact on European history. It is a well-researched and comprehensive account that provides a detailed understanding of this fascinating period in history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432521322
• ISBN13: 9781432521325
• Release Date: April 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"