If there is one thing we can be sure of concerning the Saxons, Vikings
and Normans who inhabited the medieval world, it is that they were a
good deal more advanced than some writings would have us believe. This
fascinating book by Terence Wise explores the history, organization,
clothing, equipment and weapons of Saxon, Viking and Norman peoples,
covering wide-ranging topics such as Anglo-Saxon shields, Viking raiding
ships and the organization of Norman armies.The absorbing and readable
text is enriched by numerous illustrations and museum photographs with
commentaries, plus eight superbly drawn full page colour plates by
renowned military artist Gerry Embleton.