{"title":"Eleanor Barraclough","description":"\u003cp\u003eEleanor Barraclough is a distinguished author in the realm of historical narratives, bringing to life the intricate tapestries of past events through her evocative storytelling. Her works, such as \u003cem\u003eEmbers of the Hands\u003c\/em\u003e, delve into the arenas of history and military, offering readers a nuanced perspective of historical themes intertwined with captivating narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEmphasising accurate historical detail combined with engaging prose, Barraclough's books provide an insightful and enlightening exploration into the depths of history. Her ability to interweave factual elements with engaging story lines makes her a valuable addition to any bookshelf of history enthusiasts and curious readers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those eager to immerse themselves in rich historical landscapes, Eleanor Barraclough's collection presents a blend of educational content and fascinating tales that broaden the understanding of historical contexts while offering an enjoyable reading experience.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"embers-of-the-hands-by-eleanor-barraclough-9781788166751","title":"Embers of the Hands","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrilliantly written ... evokes the wonder of an entire civilisation. 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Highly recommended. — Neil Price, author of The Children of Ash and Elm: A History of the Vikings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTakes us beyond the familiar into a real, visceral, far more satisfying Viking world. — Dan Snow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImagine a Viking, and a certain image springs to mind: a nameless, faceless warrior, leaping ashore from a longboat, ready to terrorise the hapless local population of a northern European country. Yet while such characters define the Viking Age today, they were in the minority. This is the history of all the other people—children, enslaved people, seers, artisans, travellers, writers—who inhabited the medieval Nordic world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEncompassing not just Norway, Denmark, and Sweden, but also Iceland, Greenland, parts of the British Isles, Continental Europe, and Russia, this is a history of a Viking Age filled with real people of different ages, genders, and ethnicities. 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