This lavishly illustrated history series is nonfiction at its best. With clear, readable text, information-packed illustrations, and a child-friendly design, these books provide exciting insight into life thousands of years ago. Each book includes a fold-out map. This useful reference provides a snapshot of Norse civilization in eleventh century Scandinavia. Enter the Viking world and discover the mysteries of the Norse religion, learn about the Icelandic Althing, and find out about exciting explorations. Important depictions of daily life--diet, living conditions, and agriculture--create a clear picture of this fascinating culture and offer further insight into northern Europe's intriguing history.