Slaves and Warriors in Medieval Britain and Ireland, 800 - 1200

The Northern World

by David Wyatt

Concentrating upon the lifestyle, attitudes and motivations of the slave-holders and slave-raiders, this book explores the activities and behavioural codes of Britain and Ireland s warrior-centred societies c.800-1200 highlighting the significance of slavery for constructions of power, ethnic identity and gender."

Genres: History, Nonfiction, Ireland, Medieval, British Literature

480 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2009

About the author

David Wyatt began illustrating at the age of seventeen, working for the British comic 2000 AD. He has illustrated ever since, when not distracted by music or trees. He lives in England.

Reviews

[Walt]

So far, this is a fascinating description of a slave and warrior society. I am reading it to understand the mentality of such a society. I believe this is not specific to England and/or Ireland.