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Albert G. Smith

    Albert Richard Smith was a captivating storyteller who seamlessly transitioned from medicine to writing. His works, often inspired by his extensive travels and life experiences, offered sharp social commentary alongside thrilling adventures. Smith's prose was marked by wit and keen observation of human nature, earning him a place among prominent journalists and novelists of his era. His unique talent lay in transforming personal journeys, like his excursions to the Near East or his ascent of Mont Blanc, into widely popular entertainments and literary pieces that engaged audiences deeply.

    Viking Designs
    Story of the Vikings Coloring Book
    • Story of the Vikings Coloring Book

      • 48 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Thirty-eight meticulous rendered illustrations of Viking saga: European raids, American and Russian presence, ship construction, weapons, art, literature, much more. Captions.

      Story of the Vikings Coloring Book
    • Viking Designs

      • 48 pages
      • 2 hours of reading
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      The legendary Vikings of Scandinavia were among the most dynamic peoples of Europe. Throughout the Viking age (c. A.D. 800–100 ), the vibrancy and aggressive energy of this culture found expression in the bold, often fantastic designs of its art. The royalty-free collection contains over 175 of these designs, adapted from authentic images originating in the metalwork, woodwork, textiles, stone and bone carvings, and ceramics of the Viking homelands of Norway, Denmark, and Sweden, as well as the lands they colonized: Iceland, northern Scotland, the Isle of Man, Ireland, and others. Motifs include sinuously intertwining patterns reminiscent of Celtic art, real and mythological animals, dragon-slaying heroes on horseback, "gripping beasts," and many more, all exuding a sense of power and confidence. Whether you're an artist, illustrator or craftsperson, or simply an admirer of dramatic, eye-catching design, this convenient, inexpensive volume will provide a handy source of inspiration, as well as striking embellishment for a host of graphic projects.

      Viking Designs