The year is 750 CE. Harald Sigurdsson, a Norse boy, signs onto a Viking ship, The Nameless, and agrees to serve its master, Thorkell Fairhair. As the ship sails out to plunder the coasts of England and Scotland, Harald sees men injured, drowned, and killed in battle, and Harald himself kills his first man with his Viking sword.The Viking Trilogy is a trilogy of juvenile historical novels by Henry Treece.They are Viking's Dawn, The Road to Miklagard and Viking's Sunset. Tree...

This novel is set in the period in which Stonehenge was built. It tells the story of the invasion of the Southern chalk country of Britain by the Golden Strangers, the men of the Sun from across the seas who come in search of fresh pastures. The invaders are turned back from the Village on the Hill, Craig Dun, by Garroch, the young Chieftain of the primitive and terror-ridden community.But his triumph is short-lived, for he falls under the sensual spell of Isca, the golden-haired p...

Embark on a gripping journey as Jason himself narrates his epic tale, rich in myth and memory. From secret childhood days on Mount Pelion to gold-seeking voyages across the Black Sea and treacherous encounters in Colchis, his recollections are vivid and fierce. Despite being a warrior, Jason reveals a poetic soul, haunted by dreams of an ideal lost. His longing for the beautiful Queen of Lemnos and a fateful lesson learned from his witch-wife, Medea, casts a poignant shadow over a life fil...

According to this story, based on fact, things got pretty hot in Iceland in the tenth and eleventh centuries. A harsh land and hard heroes make a grim story as swords, bows and axes are wielded in a series of engagements. Njal the Wise said ‘With laws shall our land be built up, but with lawlessness laid waste.’ This prediction comes true, inevitably, when stubborn pride and battle-oriented, blood-thirsty clans struggle to save face by seeking revenge with a vengeance. The book deals with ...

Immerse yourself in a time when Rome first set its sights on the rugged lands of Britain. This evocative tale follows a young boy, caught in the tumult of invasion, as he navigates a world forever changed by the might of the Roman Empire. His struggles, triumphs, and the transformation of his homeland as he comes of age during this pivotal historical moment are vividely depicted. From the first clash of swords to the forging of new alliances, this novel brings to life a period of cultural ...

"Men of the Hills" transports readers to neolithic Britain, where a young man faces the rite of initiation by killing his first wolf. On this pivotal day, the tribe's idyllic existence is shattered by the arrival of Sun God worshipping invaders from across the Channel. As tradition clashes with a new and threatening culture, the young man's journey becomes a gripping tale of courage, identity, and survival. Set against a rich historical backdrop, this novel weaves a vivid tapestry of life ...

Beorn, a young Icelandic boy, is plucked from the jaws of death by the fierce baresark Starkad and his Viking comrades. Thrust into their perilous world, Beorn comes to share their dangerous life, embracing adventure, valor, and the unbreakable bonds of brotherhood. Starkad, with his ferocious courage and wisdom, becomes a father figure to the orphaned boy, guiding him on a journey of growth and discovery.This stirring tale of survival and transformation is set against a backdrop o...

In the twilight of the Viking era, young Runolf of Orkney is enchanted by myths and sets out on a quest for fortune with a band of merciless adventurers. Armed with an ancient Viking sword, he embarks on thrilling adventures, inciting respect and fear from those who remember the terror of the Viking raiders. But when his comrades desert him, Runolf's dreams of heroism crumble, leading him to discover values beyond mere bravery.SPLINTERED SWORD is a stark and poetic tale of growth, ...

Experience the Trojan War like never before through the eyes of Asterius, a slave to the aging and homesick Helen. When young Asterius witnesses the murder of Palamedes in the Greek camp, his life becomes entwined with legendary figures like Odysseus, Hector, Achilles, and Agamemnon. In this dramatic retelling, Henry Treece infuses the epic with lyric beauty, providing thrilling descriptions of Hector's violent death, the final battles, and the legendary fall of Troy. The characters, inclu...

Vinland the Good, a captivating historical novel from 1967, plunges readers into the heart of the Viking Era, focusing on the adventurous explorations depicted in the Greenland saga. With Leif Ericson as the central figure, accompanied by a dynamic cast of relatives and fellow explorers, the story comes alive with authenticity and vigor. Venture across uncharted seas, discover new lands, and immerse yourself in the courage and intrigue of an age of discovery. From the rugged shores of Gree...

Join General Investigator Gordon Stewart on a thrilling chase. Pursuing his elusive quarry from Lincolnshire to Shropshire and across to Sark, Stewart's hair-raising adventures will keep you on the edge of your seat. Through twists and turns, suspense and excitement, this riveting tale is a must-read for anyone seeking an action-packed journey across Britain.

In 1212, young Geoffrey and Alys de Villacours join the Children's Crusade, determined to journey to the Holy Land and free Jerusalem. Their inspiring march reaches Marseilles, where deceit awaits.Tricked onto ships by unscrupulous traders, the children are separatated and sold into slavery. Fortune smiles on them for once when the Governor of Egypt buys them both and they are reunited in his household. Geoffrey and Alys's story becomes a thrilling tale of courage, hope, and surviv...