In "The Vikings," A. Mawer masterfully immerses readers in the tumultuous world of the Norse warriors who roamed the seas and reshaped European history. Drawing on both historical narrative and vivi……続きを見る
Saxo Grammaticus was a twelfth century historian, who composed a heroic history of Denmark, known under its Latin title ‘Gesta Danorum’ (Deeds of the Danes). The first eight books deal with mythical……続きを見る
Saxo Grammaticus was a twelfth century historian, who composed a heroic history of Denmark, known under its Latin title ‘Gesta Danorum’ (Deeds of the Danes). The first eight books deal with mythical……続きを見る
Dive into the world of Norse legends and uncover the extraordinary life of Lagertha, the legendary shieldmaiden whose tale defies the conventions of her time. In "Lagertha," journey through the saga……続きを見る
VIKINGO SE HACE, NO SE NACE
Adéntrate en la fascinante historia de cómo la cultura de una era que acabó hace mil años sigue presente a tu alrededor en todo lo que adoras.
La herencia que los viking……続きを見る
著者:Regina Karp
出版社: Taylor & Francis
発売日: 2024年09月24日
This book addresses a central puzzle in ontological security theory, namely the relationship between identity continuity and change, and the role anxiety plays in fostering and inhibiting change.
Th……続きを見る
Walküren entschieden in der nordischen Mythologie über das Geschick von Kämpfern auf dem Schlachtfeld. Auch andere Frauen treten in den isländischen Heldensagen als starke und einflussreiche Figuren……続きを見る
Oiva Turkia (1915-2008) oli vuonna 1944 sotavankina Neuvostoliitossa. 1960-luvun lopulla hän kirjoitti muistelmiaan pahviarkeille ja vuonna 1970 äänitti osan niistä kelanauhurilla magneettinauhoille……続きを見る
This is the first major piece of scholarship to provide an overview of the lives of Sweden’s earliest documented queens, together with some of their most influential female relatives, who lived betw……続きを見る
This book examines the dynamics of intelligence practices in the Scandinavian culture of high social cohesion and high trust.
Situated within the new body of scholarly literature, the book emphasize……続きを見る
• Declarată în 2020 Cartea de Istorie a Anului de Times & Sunday Times Marea Britanie• Inclusă în selecțiile New Yorker și History Today Cele mai bune cărți de citit în 2020” Neil Price ne invită în……続きを見る
Embark on an epic voyage through the tumultuous era of Norse exploration and conquest. From their legendary expeditions to distant lands to their fierce battles and enigmatic culture, Theodore Zephe……続きを見る
Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high q……続きを見る
Dive into the watery world of mermaids, sea serpents, and the gargantuan and always ravenous Kraken.
From life on and near Scandinavian seas and lakes developed a rich tradition of folkloric tales o……続きを見る
Meet trolls, werewolves, and the mysterious and beautiful hulder who guards the forest.
Out of Norse mythology developed a rich heritage of folklore and the creatures who roamed the Scandinavian mou……続きを見る
Step into the dark and rich world of revenants, animal ghosts, and the clamoring and thieving wild hunt.
Out of Norse societies developed a belief in those who walked again, the revenants who came b……続きを見る
Delve into the enchanting and mysterious realm of witches, wise folk, and black-book priests.
Within the vibrant tapestry of Norse societies, a belief emerged in people who could wield immense power……続きを見る
A National Bestseller
“A modern classic, one we very much need right now.” –George Saunders
From the acclaimed author of The Shepherd’s Life, a magical work of narrative nonfiction in which James Re……続きを見る
Descartes souhaitait diffuser ses idées dans l’Europe naissante, voire bénéficier d’une protection ; la princesse
Christine, orpheline de son glorieux père, Gustav II Adolf, voulait transformer son ……続きを見る
著者:Rúni í Múla
出版社: Rittin Books
発売日: 2024年09月30日
Welcome to "The Obscure Facts from the Faroe Islands: A Travel Guide and Alternative Introduction to Faroese Society and Culture," a book filled with fascinating insights into the archipelago's hidd……続きを見る
A comprehensive history of the sinking of a German cruiser during a World War II naval battle between the Nazis and Norway.
A lesser-known event during World War II, the sinking of the Blücher is ke……続きを見る
The Dala Law is known through only one remaining medieval manuscript, written c.1335 – 1353, and shows strong influence from older Swedish provincial law. It is one of the oldest known texts reveali……続きを見る
This book is an interdisciplinary study that draws on a combination of archaeological evidence, building archaeological analysis, archival sources to explore the dynamic relations between dwelling h……続きを見る
著者:Neil Price
出版社: Park Uitgevers B.V.
発売日: 2020年09月01日
Het Vikingtijdperk wordt de periode tussen 750 en 1100 genoemd, waarin de Vikingen hun wereld vergrootten door te koloniseren, te plunderen en handel te drijven. Zij brachten daarmee ook nieuwe idee……続きを見る
Challenging the stereotypes of Scandinavian design, these essays explore design in Denmark, Norway and Sweden and assess the different roles that Finland and the wider Nordic region had in forming a……続きを見る
著者:Max Lauker
出版社: Helion and Company
発売日: 2024年10月21日
How a reluctant soldier and ranger, excelling in reconnaissance, intelligence, and covert operations, details his journey post-Cold War training to the War on Terror.
I am a soldier and a ranger – a……続きを見る
著者:S. A. Dunham
出版社: Neu übersetzt Verlag
発売日: 2024年07月09日
In 'Geschichte Dänemarks, Schwedens und Norwegens' entfaltet S. A. Dunham eine umfassende Analyse der komplexen historischen Entwicklungen der skandinavischen Länder. Dieses Werk zeichnet sich durch……続きを見る
This book focuses on injustices that have taken place to deaf people and the sign language community in Finland from 1900.
For decades, memories and stories about past injustices have been passed do……続きを見る
Illustrated throughout with photographs and detailed aircraft profiles, this book tells the story of the Finnish air force's most successful fighter unit.
Finland's premier fighter squadron during W……続きを見る
著者:Kirsten Wolf
出版社: Michael O'Mara
発売日: 2024年11月07日
Spend 24 hours immersed in the rich and fascinating everyday lives of the Vikings.
Between the infamous Lindisfarne raid in 793 CE and the Norman conquest of 1066, the peoples we know now as the Vik……続きを見る