The Northmen In Britain (1913)

By Eleanor Hull

Book Overview

The Northmen In Britain is a historical book written by Eleanor Means Hull and published in 1913. The book explores the history of the Vikings or the Northmen in Britain, from their first arrival in the 8th century to their eventual assimilation into English society in the 11th century.The book begins by providing an overview of the political and social landscape of Britain in the 8th century, before delving into the Viking invasions and their impact on the country. Hull describes the Vikings' raids on monasteries and towns, their battles with the Anglo-Saxons, and their eventual settlement in various parts of the country.The author also explores the cultural and religious differences between the Vikings and the Anglo-Saxons, highlighting the impact of the former on the latter's language, literature, and art. Hull also discusses the Vikings' influence on the development of towns and cities in Britain, and their contributions to the country's economy and trade.Throughout the book, Hull draws on a range of historical sources, including written records, archaeological findings, and linguistic evidence, to provide a comprehensive and engaging account of the Vikings in Britain. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Britain, the Vikings, or medieval Europe.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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1161753206
• ISBN13: 9781161753202
• Release Date: May 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 1.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.0" x 10.0"