This poem portrays the Viking invasion of England and the subsequent defeat of the Norsemen at the Battle of Stamford Bridge in 1066. It describes the brutality and ferocity of the Viking warriors, as well as their eventual downfall. The poem also touches on the theme of revenge and retribution, highlighting the desire for vengeance that drives the characters.
By John Greenleaf Whittier · First published 1848 · Genre: Poetry, Historical, Romanticism