How can one artefact change our perception of an entire culture?

The Vikings have captured the interest of history lovers and academics alike for hundreds of years. These Norse warriors cemented their legacy as they travelled across the seas and left their mark far and wide.

Cat Jarman's book, 'River Kings: A New History of Vikings from Scandinavia to the Silk Roads' traces the journey of a single bead, found in a Viking grave in Derbyshire, and uncovers evidence that changes our perception of this period altogether.

This book perfectly captures the detective work archaeologists face as they piece together clues about the past, and leaves us with a fascinating conclusion!

Come along to this online event and meet Cat herself as we discuss her new book, and consider what role it might play in archaeological and sociological research going forward. You'll have a chat to get involved directly in the discussion and join fellow archaeology fans and bookworms as we explore the story of the Vikings.