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Iona in the Viking Age: laying a 'zombie narrative' to rest
The traditional story of Iona’s early medieval monastery ends in tragedy and bloodshed, with the religious community essentially wiped out by vicious Viking raiders. Increasingly, though, the archaeological and historical evidence does not support this persistent ‘zombie narrative'.
On this episode of the PastCast, Adrián Maldonado discusses an article he has co-authored for the latest issue of Current Archaeology magazine (also available on The Past website), in which this new evidence is examined in detail. Maldonado spoke with Current Archaeology editor Carly Hilts and regular PastCast presenter, Calum Henderson.
Calum also caught up with Carly to discuss what else readers can look forward to in the latest issue.
The Past brings together the most exciting stories and the very best writing from the realms of history, archaeology, heritage, and the ancient world. You can subscribe to The Past today for just £7.99. If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider liking it, subscribing, and sharing it around.
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By The PastThe traditional story of Iona’s early medieval monastery ends in tragedy and bloodshed, with the religious community essentially wiped out by vicious Viking raiders. Increasingly, though, the archaeological and historical evidence does not support this persistent ‘zombie narrative'.
On this episode of the PastCast, Adrián Maldonado discusses an article he has co-authored for the latest issue of Current Archaeology magazine (also available on The Past website), in which this new evidence is examined in detail. Maldonado spoke with Current Archaeology editor Carly Hilts and regular PastCast presenter, Calum Henderson.
Calum also caught up with Carly to discuss what else readers can look forward to in the latest issue.
The Past brings together the most exciting stories and the very best writing from the realms of history, archaeology, heritage, and the ancient world. You can subscribe to The Past today for just £7.99. If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider liking it, subscribing, and sharing it around.