History 491V - ST-Mediev Iceland: Viking Age
Fall
2016
01
3.00
Anna Taylor
M W 2:30PM 3:45PM
UMass Amherst
80373
The Vikings are both celebrated and misunderstood in popular culture. This class will use a range of literature and archaeological evidence to explore the historical realities behind the myths. Particular themes will be religion and the role of women.
Open to Seniors, Juniors & Sophomores only.