Spurensuche Haithabu

The life of the Vikings in words and images. Kurt Schietzel made outstanding discoveries during his work on the excavations at Haithabu. Not only did his harbor excavation, which uncovered a Viking Age longship, set international standards. The archaeology and history of Haithabu are diverse and complex, and their scientific exploration is a quest that requires expertise, patience, and imagination. The settlement of Haithabu itself lasted barely more than three centuries. Its research demanded all facets of archaeological work: from excavation and conservation to reconstruction and museum presentation. Kurt Schietzel's detailed knowledge of Haithabu, along with his ability to translate complicated manufacturing processes into drawings and photographs, allows for the first time a comprehensive picture of Haithabu as a trade and production center. All of this is uniquely summarized in this volume. With surprising insights, fascinating stories, and numerous illustrations, the world of the Vikings comes to life again thanks to archaeology.