{"product_id":"ancient-civilizations-the-vikings-voyage-of-the-longships-viking-ship-dvd","title":"ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS THE VIKINGS Voyage of the Longships Viking Ship  DVD","description":"THIS DVD is in brand new condition, still in its original shrunk wrap sealed case. Includes a booklet.\r\nThis documentary episode from the Ancient Civilizations series explores how Viking society was shaped by the design and use of their iconic longships. It focuses on the engineering, construction, and cultural importance of these vessels, showing how they enabled the Vikings to become skilled explorers, traders, and warriors.\r\nThe film examines how Viking ships—especially the fast, flexible Viking longship—were built for both speed and versatility, allowing navigation in shallow rivers as well as open seas. These technological advantages made it possible for the Vikings to travel vast distances, from Scandinavia to distant lands across Europe and beyond.\r\nThrough historical analysis and visual reconstructions, the documentary highlights:\r\nThe craftsmanship and innovation behind shipbuilding\r\nHow longships supported raids, trade, and exploration\r\nThe role of seafaring in Viking expansion and daily life\r\nOverall, the program presents the Viking ship as the key to their success—demonstrating how these remarkable vessels powered voyages of discovery and helped shape medieval history.\r\nAs New: No marks or damage to report.","brand":"IMP","offers":[{"title":"As New \/ 000100001","offer_id":48068189782167,"sku":"TR20260430A-AS-000100001","price":14.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/9002\/8951\/files\/20260430_121429-Vikings-front-cover.jpg?v=1785061962","url":"https:\/\/thriftreads.co.nz\/products\/ancient-civilizations-the-vikings-voyage-of-the-longships-viking-ship-dvd","provider":"Thrift Reads","version":"1.0","type":"link"}