Reproduction of the original: Viking Boys by Jessie Margaret Edmondston Saxby

An Australian attack aircraft flies into a ship with guns blazing. Both crewmen are killed, but does anyone notice? At the entrance to Orsta fjord, down an overgrown path, a granite stone stands on a rocky outcrop at the water’s edge. Roughly inscribed in English, it records the loss of two young Australians. The stone was erected in 1947 by parents grieving the loss of their son. Each year villagers of Orsta pay homage to the sacrifice of these two young Australians who died to restore their freedom. Beaufighter pilot James Hakewill and his navigator Fred Sides died on 5 December 1944 when their aircraft slammed into a German gunboat in a fjord in Norway. Official records contain no mention of the aircraft hitting the ship. No one in the squadron knew what had happened. Neil Smith thought he had shot down his wingman. Kurt Heinowitcz from Breslau shovelled coal for the German Navy – he was on the gunboat. Fred’s mum believed her son had survived the crash and was lost in Russia. James was nominated for the Victoria Cross. Viking Boys tells their stories and reveals the experience of young Australians who fought and flew against German shipping in the fjords of Norway – and called themselves the Viking Boys.

He's the son of a chieftain and a princess--yet Halfdan was born a slave. Now he is becoming a man and it is time for him to meet his destiny. Though raised a slave who could only dream of freedom, young Halfdan's fate may be about to change. If freed, he may train as a Viking warrior, and come to know the glories of true brotherhood and the horrors of unspeakable evil. In the world of Vikings, a warrior's destiny is forged in the heat of battle. If the fates decree it, Hafdan may emerge as a new hero . . . a new myth . . . and perhaps a new legend.

A sparky non-fiction guide to the Viking world, told by the hero of Tony Bradman's bestselling novel Viking Boy. Take a real-life tour of the everyday world of Gunnar, a teenage Viking boy: find out how the Vikings lived, what they believed, how they travelled and fought, and gained their legendary reputation as warriors. Gunnar tells us the real story of growing up as a Viking in an exciting first-hand account, introducing us to family and friends, famous warriors, sea-raiders and even a Norse god! Packed with historical facts, figures and anecdotes, with illustrated information panels on topics from Viking poetry to battle and bloodlust, this is a brilliant new read for Viking fanatics, both at home and in the classroom.

Describes everyday life among the Vikings, covering family life, government, marriage, education, occupations, clothing, leisure, food and drink, religion, and funerals.

"I'm a Viking!" is a history book about the Viking Age for kids. Join Leif, a chieftain's son who wants nothing more than to grow up to be a Viking just like his dad. Follow Leif as he gives you a tour of his life-the things he must learn, the things he likes to do for fun, and much more. Conceived and written by author and historian C.J. Adrien and illustrated by the talented Crystal Whithaus, "I'm a Viking!" is an excellent primer for young minds interested in the past. Don't be fooled-grown-ups may learn a thing or two, too.

In a whirlwind fusion of fantasy and reality, magic portals rupture, thrusting creatures from video game realms into our world. Modern-day followers of Odin and gamer Vikings—Vik, Wolf, and Scottie—are propelled into a realm where cosplay transcends imagination, and Viking avatars are forced to shape-shift for battle. Join the adrenaline-fueled journey as love intertwines with danger in this captivating trilogy: Bear: Aaliyah's acceptance of Vik's invitation leads to a perilous revelation, where danger and desire collide in a heart-pounding quest for truth. Wolf: Yeardley's programming prowess is put to the ultimate test in a battle of epic proportions, igniting a fiery passion amidst the chaos. Boar: As Maisie falls prey to a real orc's clutches, Scottie rushes to her aid only to discover they must navigate perilous challenges in a video game realm, where the lines between reality and fantasy blur, and the prospect of losing each other looms large. In this gripping collection, where "you don't choose the berserker life, the berserker life chooses you," immerse yourself in the thrilling union of magic, adventure, and love. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of gamer romance, shape-shifting Vikings, and paranormal passion that will leave you breathless. For readers who enjoy Zoe Chant and Meg Ripley

Enjoy this free introductory story to the Berserker Boys romance trilogy. When her friend’s celebrity crush, in full Viking cosplay, sits down for lunch at the same restaurant, Aaliyah is determined to introduce her friend to the man. Instant attraction turns to anger, and instead of asking for an introduction, she sees red. Aaliyah challenges Vik, with his piercing blue eyes, on the meaning of his tattoos. Given a chance and a lot of charm and convincing, Vik hastily explains the true meaning of his marks. He invites Aaliyah and her friends to come see what he means. Vik had already chosen to embrace his Viking persona for game-play when magic forced the shift on him. Magical forces, using the power of online video gaming, are opening portals between worlds. That same magic causes Vik and his friends to shift into their berserker forms when called to do battle against invading hordes of orcs and goblins. It was supposed to be an afternoon of fun and mayhem, but Vik realizes too late, he may have put the feisty, beautiful Aaliyah in danger. Cosplay takes on a whole new meaning when Viking gamers have the power to shape shift. You don’t choose the berserker life. The berserker life chooses you.

A hilarious story about what happens to the littlest and loudest Viking when an even littler and louder Viking arrives, perfect for fans of The Princess and the Pony and I Don't Want to Be a Frog. Sven might be the littlest Viking, but he has no trouble making himself known. He has the loudest warrior cry and the fiercest set of teeth. He loves to pillage and plunder. But there's a new kid in town--a warrior princess, who is smaller than Sven and even louder. What's a little Viking to do? "Penfold folds in fun ancient analogues to tried-and-true methods of appeasing cranky little ones, and Roxas's liberal use of a color perhaps best described as neon snot brings a punk edge to her scenes of Viking family life. Irreverent yet tender."--Publishers Weekly, Starred review "A warm tale of family togetherness."--Kirkus "A spirited tale about stopping a tantrum with a story, perfect for storytime or one-on-one sharing."--SLJ