A review by amalia1985
The World of Vikings by Justin Pollard

3.0

The book provides interesting behind-the- scenes information, accompanied by beautiful pictures. We read what the main characters have to say about all the aspects touched in the TV series, from religion to warfare to daily life, and we are given valuable information concerning the actual historical (or legendary, if you like) figures that are in the heart of the story. Now, if the writer of the series could use the wealth of the sagas and the actual history of France and Britain faithfully...I mean, Harald Finehair, the actual first king of Norway, serving (or whatever one may call it) Ragnar? Halfdan the Black becoming Harald's brother?Rollo and Gisla having a loving relationship? Really...Write the actual facts in the second installment,please.