Viking Camps: Case Studies and Comparisons

This book provides an comprehensive analysis of Viking encampments across the Viking world, exploring their characteristics, functions, form, inner workings, and interaction with the landscape and local population. It introduces new interdisciplinary approaches to define and identify Viking encampment sites and builds the methodological foundations for future research on Viking camps, armies, and their interaction with the surrounding world.

Format: Hardback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 13 July 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the current state of research on Viking encampments across the vast Viking world, shedding light on their profound impact on their surroundings. It offers an all-encompassing analysis of these settlements' characteristics, functions, forms, inner workings, and interactions with the landscape and local populations. By initiating a broader discussion on the defining features and functions of Viking encampments, the book facilitates the identification and understanding of new sites, expanding the geographical scope of our knowledge.

The book presents and explores sites in Ireland, England, Sweden, Frankia, and Iberia, offering a comparative and inclusive perspective on the camp phenomenon. It introduces innovative interdisciplinary approaches to define and identify Viking encampment sites, combining archaeology, historical documents, metal detecting, landscape analysis, and toponymic research. This groundbreaking approach lays the methodological foundations for future research on Viking camps, the armies inhabiting them, and their interactions with the surrounding world.

Furthermore, this book contributes to a deeper understanding of the functioning of Viking expeditionary groups, both during campaigns and in the early stages of settlement. It will be invaluable to researchers in Viking archaeology, history, and Viking Studies, providing valuable insights and perspectives into this captivating period of history.

Weight: 780g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032389493