In Forkbeard's Wake: Coasting in Scandinavia

by Ben Nimmo

A fascinating voyage around Scandinavia - from Viking past to volvo present. Spanning boatbuilding, drinking competitions, storms at sea, murder, kayaking and incredibly dangerous New Year fireworks,... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0007104758
• ISBN13: 9780007104758
• Release Date: January 2003
• Publisher: Flamingo
• Length: 279 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 4.9" x 7.9"

Customer Reviews

Interesting and quirky!

As an American of Norwegian descent who was raised in England, I found this book very interesting. Nimmo tells his tale in a quite funny way (VERY British), and skillfully weaves in old tales of Viking history. He points out the oft-overlooked impact of Norse upon English custom and language. The descriptions of the natives of Scandinavia he runs into give the reader a taste for having spoken to them personally. His run-ins with various types are often absurdly humorous. If you have a passing interest in Scandinavia and/or its history, this is a great book to pick up. It's very readable: you'll fly right through his skilled prose. In terms of style, think of this book as a combination of Paul Theroux and Douglas Adams!