The Viking Great Army that swept through England between AD 865 and 878 altered the course of British history. Since the late 8th century, Viking raids on the British Isles had been a regular feature of life, but the winter of 865 saw a fundamental shift that would change the political, economic and social landscape forever....

He looked at me as his smile faded into an expression of deep caring. Before he could speak, I held up my hand and said, I m not sure what you are about to say but let me share something with you first. I just realized, just this very second, that growing up means being able to accept that things will never be perfect....