Description: Three weeks before the battle of Hastings, Harold defeated an invading army of Norwegians at the battle of Stamford Bridge, a victory which was to cost him dear. The events surrounding the battle are discussed in detail.
Brief description: Kelly DeVries is Professor of History at Loyola College, Baltimore, USA.
Review Quotes: One of the greatest victories won by an English host over a Viking army... In his account of the battle and the events leading up to it, Professor DeVries tells this exciting and absorbing story.-- "SPECULUM"