History and archaeology related

[deralte]

The Vikings tv show is a rather confusing mix of complete historical accuracy, references to the sagas, and total bollocks. The history geek inside me has whiplash.
In other Viking related news, I am uncontrollably excited that they may have finally found a Viking-type 'sunstone'! See?!

Is anyone else amused that Richard III's relatives have banded together to protest where he's going to be reburied?

I still remain very sad that I couldn't find a chance to cite this article (or rather, the associated scholarly reference) in my quals. I couldn't find an excuse to mention piles of skulls, apparently. On the plus side, I did manage to cite Shelach & Pines 2006, which still remains my favourite citation of all time. I hope someday to find an appropriate person whose last name compliments mine, to write an article with.

Comments

[doolabug.livejournal.com]

Vikings! You're absolutely right, of course, but I'm enjoying it nevertheless. It's like Pirates of the Caribbean in that way, and you kind of have to *hand wave* the bollocks parts, enjoy the ships (which are quite well done), and appreciate the pretty.

I hadn't heard about Richie IIIs relatives, although I was kind of surprised when they announced he'd be reburied in Leicester instead of Westminster. Is that what they're upset about?

[brinysea.livejournal.com]

Vikings also has an exciting threesome potential! I am enjoying it so much, haha.

I'm holding out hope that they'll bury my boy Richard SOON, it's getting ridiculous