Review: The Best and worst
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 03 11, 2014
I just finished reading The Normans: From Raiders to Kings  and I truly enjoyed this book.People probably have very limited knowledge of who the Normans were, their knowledge not going beyond perhaps and old Robin Hood movie or mention on the History Channel.Lars Brownworth`s book gives a lot of information, and provides a detailed history of the Normans in a very easy read .Most of the book deals with the Hauteville family. This one family, descended from Vikings: conquered Sicily and Southern Italy; was a huge factor in Europe, Asia and Africa; and participated in the Norman conquest of England. You get  chapters on each of the major family members, covering the high points of their lives in thorough detail.  The Normans conveys a lot of information but it  feels like it is telling you a grab you by the belt adventure. Too many times a  history books is dry and boring. This one feels however is very vibrant and exciting. It is an informative, excellent read and I recommend checking it out.