The Viking Road to Byzantium

The Viking Road to Byzantium (1976) is a major study of the Vikings who traveled east based on written sources and archaeology. Clues to their movements may be found in Icelandic skaldic verse, runic inscriptions, Romanian chalk quarry, carved stones of ancient Thrace, and Constantinople.

Format: Hardback
Length: 342 pages
Publication date: 10 August 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The Viking Road to Byzantium (1976) is a comprehensive exploration of the Viking journey eastward, drawing upon extensive evidence from written sources and archaeological discoveries. To unravel the movements of the eastern Vikings, researchers can uncover valuable clues in a range of unexpected locations. Notably, Icelandic skaldic verse and runic inscriptions on memorial stones provide valuable insights, as do remarkable finds in a Romanian chalk quarry near the Black Sea, among the intricately carved stones of ancient Thrace, and even within the walls of Constantinople itself, known as the Miklagard of northern literature.

This rich tapestry of evidence sheds light on the intricate routes and settlements of the eastern Vikings, shedding new light on their cultural interactions, trade networks, and historical significance. By examining these diverse sources, scholars can gain a deeper understanding of the complex and fascinating world of the Vikings and their enduring impact on the ancient Mediterranean and beyond.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032542294