I know all about the Vikings: Secrets of the North, between sea and legends - Softcover

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A clear and captivating dive into the heart of Northern societies, designed to spark the curiosity of 12-17 year olds... and keep the whole family on the edge of their seats. ⚓️

Have you ever wondered:

• How did the inhabitants of longhouses live and organize their daily lives?
• Why did clinker-built boats change the way people traveled by sea?
• Where do the place names ending in -by, -thorpe, or -wick on maps come from?
• How did the Thing work, this assembly where public speech was law?
• How did weighing money with a balance make trade more reliable than currency?
• Who were Leif Erikson and the pioneers of L'Anse aux Meadows beyond the legends?
• What role did women play in managing resources and markets?
• Why are runes and Old Norse still essential to understanding this era?
• How farms, ports, and roads connected Scandinavia, the British Isles, and the Baltic
• What we can still learn from the great ship graves of Oseberg and Gokstad

Why choose this book for your child:

• Clear and structured: each chapter answers a big question and moves step by step, from the hearth to the sea routes, without unnecessary jargon.
• Scientific and accessible: information is sourced and explained simply, so that children can understand without guessing or memorizing blindly.
• Investigative spirit: the book shows the method behind the achievements (observing, measuring, deciding), which is useful both at school and in life.
• Lively language: a narrative style that brings gestures, places, and choices to life rather than simply listing dates.
• Cross-disciplinary skills: history, geography, economics, technology, and language complement each other to develop a solid general knowledge base.
• Balanced perspective: far from clichés, the emphasis is on community organization, artisanal ingenuity, and exchange.
• Reader autonomy: short, precise explanations that encourage personal reflection and curiosity.
• Motivating pedagogy: a quiz is included to test your knowledge and self-assess in a fun way.
• Careful aesthetics: a dozen inspiring black-and-white illustrations to aid understanding of the topics covered.
• Wide audience: ideal for middle and high school students, but also for anyone looking for a reliable and enjoyable introduction to the subject.

“I know all about the Vikings” is not just a story of adventures: it is an intelligent guide to understanding how societies were able to transform a demanding environment into an opportunity, thanks to technology, cooperation, and keeping their word. A book that makes you want to learn, compare, check things out... and come away with clear ideas.

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