An Worsaae, Jens Jacob Asmussen 1821-1885 creator text utu 2017 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "An Account of the Danes and Norwegians in England, Scotland, and Ireland" by J. J. A. Worsaae is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book delves into the influence and legacy of Scandinavian settlers on the British Isles, exploring the historical connections between the Danes, Norwegians, and the cultures of England, Scotland, and Ireland. Worsaae seeks to present a more balanced and comprehensive view of the impact these Norse people had during their conquests and settlements, challenging previously biased narratives. The opening of this work introduces readers to the author's intent, detailing his travels and research conducted at the behest of the Danish monarchy to investigate Scandinavian monuments across the British Isles. Worsaae outlines his aim to shed light on a historical period that has been overlooked and misrepresented, promising a clearer understanding of the Danish and Norwegian contributions to English history and culture. The author offers insights into the geographical context of the land and the significance of the Viking expeditions, setting the stage for a detailed exploration of their impact on local societies, customs, and institutions. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2017-08-21 Produced by MWS, Barry Abrahamsen and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) Original publication data not identified Northmen -- Great Britain Great Britain -- Civilization -- Scandinavian influences Northmen -- Ireland DA Original publication data not identified 04002810 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/55409 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/55409 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134257.0 55409