Factology: Vikings - (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Factology: Viking is a fact-packed introduction to this iconic time in history, presented in maps, timelines, diagrams and statistics.

Did you know that the Vikings weren't just one people? The pillaging pirates who raided Europe's coasts came from all over Scandinavia, and lots of people from those countries never even picked up a sword - they preferred to stay at home and farm their land; thank you very much!

This visually stunning history guide will transport you back in time to meet the real Vikings, including skilful shipbuilders, the explorers who 'discovered' North America and Greenland, and the fearsome warriors who ruled over England. Learn about their remarkable rune system, the war of the Norse gods, how they traded with far-flung civilizations, and much more!

Contents include:

• Meet the Vikings
• Vikings: Myths busted
• Gods and monsters
• Yggdrasil, the World Tree
• Masters of the sea
• Clash of empires
• Coming to America

Each volume in the Factology series provides a fast-paced and fun introduction to its subject. It explains key concepts and highlights significant events in a manner that is clear, accessible, and entertaining.

Review Quotes

"There is something for everyone in each book...packed with plenty of interesting information, facts, maps, timelines, statistics, quizzes and illustrations."--@the_treasure_outdoors

"We absolutely adore this series! They are immersive, educational and so much fun!"--@inclusive_childrens_books

"...they included a lot more than I expected or have seen in other Viking books."--O Family Learning Together

"...absolutely packed with information about these respective people - it is truly amazing how even thousands of years later we can glimpse into their lives and better understand their societies."--@picturebookplaydate

"Factology: Vikings is a great addition to this exceptional series. The fearsome book explores the world of the Norse people/ It's packed with thrilling facts and vivid imagery that transport us right back to the Viking Age where we uncover the secrets of these legendary warriors...The dynamic illustrations are vivid, powerful and bright making the history feel immediate and engaging. We loved the 'Did You Know' and 'Fast Facts' sections! Ideal for any learning environment, this is a fantastic resource for teaching children about the Vikings in an interactive and memorable way."--@inclusive_childrens_books

"We have loved every book this series includes so far, they are pitched so well and executed perfectly. The variety of illustrations as well as the fabulous quality are a real plus for us. The different sections, such as 'Did You Know?' and 'Fast Facts' were big hits. They are perfect topic books for using in a classroom environment, and great for home education as well. The broad overview of the whole subject is great for children in bite size pieces. We have great fun trying the quizzes. If you're looking for a series with detail (but not too much), great illustrations and a variety of ways of presenting the information, this series is for you. We can't wait to see what comes next."--@literate.littles

About the Author

The Factology series has been created by Button Books' team of writers, editors, specialist historians and designers, who have collectively worked across a wide range of media including: books, magazines, newspaper, TV and radio. The design team have also worked for worldwide brands including: Nickelodeon, Penguin Books, Renault, MTV, Virgin and Levis.