This book is the coming together of several disciplines under the
thematic umbrella of Viking Camps and provides the very latest
research presented by the leading researchers in the field, making it
the most comprehensive compilation of the phenomenon of Viking camps
to date. Compiling the current state of research on encampments across
the Viking world and their impact on their surroundings, this volume
provides an all-encompassing analysis of their
characteristics—functions, form, inner workings, and interaction
with the landscape and the local population. It initiates a wider
discussion on the features and functions that define them, making it
possible to identify and understand new sites, also broadening the
geographical scope. Sites in Ireland, England, Sweden, Frankia, and
Iberia are presented and explored, allowing the reader to understand
the camp phenomenon from a comparative, more inclusive perspective.
The combination of geographically bound case-studies and in-depth
analyses of specific themes, such as economy and religion, bring
together an abundance of methodologies and approaches. The volume
introduces new interdisciplinary approaches to define and identify
Viking encampment sites, combining archaeology, historical documents,
metal detecting, landscape analysis, and toponymic research. It builds
the methodological foundations for future research on Viking camps,
the armies inhabiting them, and their interaction with the surrounding
world. Viking Camps contributes to a better understanding of the
functioning of Viking expeditionary groups, both on campaign and
during the early stages of settlement, and will be of use to
researchers in Viking archaeology, history, and Viking Studies.
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Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9781000905762
Publisert
2023
Utgave
1. utgave
Utgiver
Taylor & Francis
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
Forfatter