Gone Viking: A Travel Saga

It's not everyone who can live out their dream. But Bill Arnott, does by embarking on a journey to discover the life of the seafaring Vikings. As a child, Bill was fascinated by their stories. I was similarly fascinated by the details of his journey, as he traced their steps in Gone Viking. I wanted to grab an atlas and follow along.

Not only does the author provide a detailed account of the places he visited, but he also sprinkles in conversations with locals and other travellers, meals he enjoyed, and notable quotes from other writers. He does all of this with panache and humour. His sites were so vividly written, I wanted to pack up my bags and check out these places. Highly recommended for those who love travel, Vikings and a good story.