Viking Raids and Political Turmoil

This chapter examines the surge of Viking raids in the 800s, catalyzed by the political instability following Charlemagne's reign. Narrated through the experiences of an imagined Anglo-Saxon child, it details the intertwined fates of Scandinavian raiders and Carolingian power dynamics. The discussion highlights the societal shifts occurring in both Viking and Frankish societies as they grapple with violence, hierarchy, and the influence of Christianity.