Focusing on the Lewis Chessmen, Nancy Marie Brown explores a famous female chiseler and the history of her chess pieces. Interestingly, their histories are based on Viking sagas, histories, architectural digs, and forceful involvement of the Roman Catholic Church in Sweden, Norway, and Greenland. The book brings forward the talented 12th century artist who carved the Lewis Chessmen, Margaret the Adroit of Iceland, and puts her in the fascinating context of her life and times.
–Molly, Watermark Book Company, Anacortes, WA
For interests as wide as chess, Vikings, carving, Iceland, women’s history, and so much more, browse at Watermark Books and other independent bookstores. Set your curiosity free!