In the grand narratives of Viking history, the stories of kings, warriors, and seafaring adventurers have long dominated our understanding of the medieval Norse world.
I was struck (and moved) by the mention of “children's teeth marks on a lump of chewed tree resin”—it’s so startling and touching to be reminded of what connects us across centuries (like teething babies!).
I was struck (and moved) by the mention of “children's teeth marks on a lump of chewed tree resin”—it’s so startling and touching to be reminded of what connects us across centuries (like teething babies!).
I felt the same way—such a small, tangible detail, yet it speaks volumes about our shared humanity. Thank you for reading!