The Norsemen In The West

In his historical fiction book The Norsemen in the West R.M. Ballantyne explores the adventures of Vikings. The plot centers on the quest of a young Norseman who sets out to track down his father after learning that he had left for Vinland an uncharted country in the west. A dangerous expedition is undertaken by him and his friends who must contend with perils like storms sea monsters and conflicts with other Viking tribes. They meet Native Americans along the route and build a temporary settlement in Vinland. Conflict with the native population and internal conflicts among the Vikings however pose threats to the settlement. After eventually learning of his father's demise he must make a challenging choice regarding his future. The book The Norsemen in the West offers a fascinating and all-encompassing look into the Viking era their travels and their interactions with other regions and peoples. It also looks at issues like loyalty culture clash and identity.