120,000+ Books, Games & Puzzles in-stock 🇳🇿

Enjoy overnight NZ-wide delivery from our NZ-owned independent bookstore! 🎉

The Magnificent Book of Treasures: Vikings

By Stella A. Caldwell
Series: The Magnificent Book of
0.0 (0 reviews)
Book Hero Magic crafted this summary to help describe this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Summary
The Magnificent Book of Treasures: Vikings by Stella A. Caldwell is a captivating children's book that introduces young readers to the intriguing world of Viking history and culture. This beautifully illustrated book explores the significant artefacts and treasures of the Viking age, highlighting their craftsmanship and the stories behind these historical objects. It's an engaging and educational journey into the legendary lives of the Vikings, presented in a way that sparks curiosity and imagination.
Read More
Format: Hardback
$3999
AVAILABLE WITH SUPPLIER Ships from our Auckland warehouse within 4-6 weeks

Found a better price? Request a price match

Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you have a keen interest in the fascinating world of the Vikings, with their legendary warriors and rich history. Tailored for young readers, it offers captivating illustrations and engaging stories that bring the Viking era to life, making it an exciting exploration for anyone curious about ancient treasures and adventurous sagas.

Book Hero thinking about your next read

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description
Take an incredible journey back in time to a land of warriors, longboats and legends. Marvel at fabulous treasures and sagas of heroes, monsters and epic voyages.

Travel back in time more than a thousand years to visit the world of the Vikings. Board a longship to go on a voyage of exploration, and see the weapons and armor used by a mighty warrior. Discover mythical tales of magic, monsters, gods, and goddesses. Learn about mysterious picture stones, how the Vikings honored their dead, and how they traveled to the ends of the known world. Dozens of ancient Viking treasures are depicted in detailed full-color illustrations accompanied by fascinating facts about their use, lore, and history.

DOZENS OF ARTIFACTS: Learn about 36 iconic objects, from a Viking warrior’s axe to a longship that sailed the high seas.

BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED: Vibrant, detailed images of the art, objects, people, and icons of the Viking world.

FASCINATING FACTS: Includes hundreds of amazing facts about Viking treasures in an easy-to-read format that will enthrall budding historians of all ages.

CLASSROOM TO COFFEE TABLE: This beautiful volume is equally at home on a school bookshelf to support student learning as in a living room to be enjoyed by the whole family.

COLLECT THE SERIES: More fascinating compendiums for all ages include The Magnificent Book of Treasures: Ancient Egypt, The Magnificent Book of Treasures: Ancient Rome, The Magnificent Book of Horses, The Magnificent Book of Extinct Animals, and more!

Series: The Magnificent Book of

View all
  • The Magnificent Book of Baby Animals
    Get up close to 36 babies from the animal world—some adorable, some intriguing, and some quirky-looking. Look up into the rainforest canopy, peer into the ocean depths, and stride across the savannah to see 36 baby animals from around the world. From the cheetah cub to the sleepy baby dormouse, The Magnificent Book of Baby Animals depicts the animal kingdom’s...
    By Barbara Taylor
    Hardback
    $3600
    Elsewhere:
    $3999
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • The Magnificent Book of Dinosaurs
    Travel back in time to meet the most magnificent dinosaurs in close up. The Magnificent Book of Dinosaurs takes you back to prehistoric times to meet 36 incredible beasts. From the terrifying T. rex to the speedy Velociraptor, this book depicts some of the most incredible dinosaurs in stunning and accurate original illustrations. Intriguing facts accompany every illustration, so you...
    By Tom Jackson
    Hardback
    $3200
    Elsewhere:
    $3500
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • The Magnificent Book of Endangered Animals
    Children aged 8–12 can see 36 incredible endangered animals up close in the latest entry in the bestselling Magnificent series. Travel across the world’s wild habitats to encounter the incredible endangered animals that live there. Each of the 36 double-page spreads showcases its own endangered animal, with a stunning and scientifically accurate illustration bringing each one to life. The artwork...
    By Morgan
    Hardback
    $3600
    Elsewhere:
    $3999
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • The Magnificent Book of Treasures: Japan
    Take an incredible journey back in time to the land of the rising sun. Marvel at fabulous treasures and tales of samurai, shoguns, and sumo. Travel across more than 2000 years of history as you visit the ancient islands of Japan. See the stunning masks of the Noh theatre and watch sumo wrestlers in action. Marvel at the weapons and...
    By Peter Chrisp and Eugenia Nobati
    Hardback
    $3600
    Elsewhere:
    $3999
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • The Magnificent Book of Butterflies & Moths
    By Barbara Taylor
    Hardback
    $3999
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • The Magnificent Book of Dangerous Animals
    Learn about 36 dangerous animals in this beautifully illustrated reference book filled with fascinating facts. The Magnificent Book of Dangerous Animals takes you into the wilderness where you will encounter all sorts of wild and dangerous creatures. From predatory orcas powering the waves to green anacondas ready to deliver a deadly hug, The Magnificent Book of Dangerous Animals captures a...
    By Tom Jackson
    Hardback
    $3999
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • The Magnificent Book of Dragons
    By Stella A. Caldwell
    Hardback
    $3999
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • The Magnificent Book of Dogs
    Explore your favourite dog breeds with the bestselling Magnificent Book of series. Stunning illustrations, fun facts, and a detailed map bring the subject to life for readers aged 8-12. Meet 36 fascinating dog breeds, big and small, from around the world. From the tiny Chihuahua to the huge Irish Wolfhound, The Magnificent Book of Dogs depicts some of the animal...
    By Dr. Kim Dennis-Bryan
    Hardback
    $3999
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • The Magnificent Book of Extinct Animals
    Learn about 36 amazing animals that once shared our planet in this beautifully illustrated reference book, filled with fascinating facts. The Magnificent Book of Extinct Animals explores some of the most captivating creatures to have once shared our planet. From the giant moa and the dodo to the black rhino and the Pinta Island tortoise, the animals in The Magnificent...
    By Barbara Taylor
    Hardback
    $3799
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • The Magnificent Book of Ocean Creatures
    Dive into the world’s oceans, exploring sunlit coral reefs, wide open seas, and the murky depths to meet 36 magnificent ocean creatures. Take a journey through oceans and seas to discover 36 magnificent marine animals, from the immense blue whale to speedy flying fish. Encounter fierce predators like the great white shark and orca, as well as truly bizarre creatures...
    By Tom Jackson
    Hardback
    $3999
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • The Magnificent Book of Monsters
    By Diana Ferguson
    Hardback
    $3999
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • The Magnificent Book of Horses
    This beautifully illustrated series will have you captivated. Stunning illustrations, intriguing facts, and a large format make an engaging reference to revisit time and again. From stocky Shetland ponies and gentle Welsh cobs to energetic Arabian horses and muscular destriers, dozens of horse breeds are depicted in beautiful full-colour illustrations. Accompanied by a selection of intriguing facts about each horse,...
    By Weldon Owen and Tom Jackson and Diana Ferguson
    Hardback
    $3999
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781681889023

Publisher: Weldon Owen, Incorporated

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 08 August 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Weldon Owen, Incorporated

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Eugenia Nobati

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 13.0mm

Width: 235.0mm

Height: 305.0mm

Weight: 751g

Pages: 80

Collections

Children's Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Education & Reference Series: The Magnificent Book of Stella A. Caldwell

About the Author

Stella A. Caldwell has written dozens of books for children covering everything from mythical beasts and legends to the ancient Egyptians, pirates, and medieval knights. She studied English literature at the University of Edinburgh and spent many years working in children's publishing as an editor before writing her first book, a field guide to dragons called Dragonworld.

Eugenia Nobati is based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, where she still lives with her family, two cats, and a dog. Her work has been published in nine countries and more than forty books. She was selected among sixteen illustrators representing Argentina in Bratislava's Bienal 2012. In 2014, she was recognized by ALIJA, Argentina's section of IBBY, for the best illustrated book.

Also by Stella A. Caldwell

View all
  • The Magnificent Book of Dragons
    By Stella A. Caldwell
    Hardback
    $3999
    Available
    Ships in 4-6 weeks
  • The Magnificent Book of Baby Dragons
    Pre-order
    The Magnificent Book of Baby Dragons
    Meet baby dragons from around the world as you journey through the fantastic realm of legend, myth, and folklore. Meet a myriad of baby dragons from many different cultures across the globe, brought to life in this large-format volume bursting with detailed full-colour images. Fascinating facts accompany each illustration, so you can find out everything there is to know about...
    By Stella Caldwell and Stella A. Caldwell and Joe Potter
    Hardback
    $3999
    Pre-order
    Out 13 Oct 2026
  • Escape the Medieval Castle
    Make a thrilling escape from a medieval castle using logic, problem-solving, and critical thinking! Beware! You've been imprisoned in a medieval castle and may be trapped forever! Can you escape the fortress walls? It is 1389, and you are locked in a tower of a medieval castle. The door is guarded. The castle bustles with nobles, servants, craftspeople, and entertainers....
    By Stella A. Caldwell
    Paperback
    Sold Out

More from Children's Books

View all
  • New Release
    The Neverfear
    A world of richly-imagined wonder Cressida Cowell It’s the Midsummer Feast on the Islet of Glimt and on this magical moonlit evening, the word on everyone’s lips is bandits. Reports of masked men burning villages are spreading throughout the Archipelago, but worse is still to come: Christopher and Anya are ambushed and one of the people they love most is...
    By Katherine Rundell
    Paperback
    $1999
    Elsewhere:
    $2299
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • Matihe! Achoo! Matihe! Achoo!
    New Release
    Matihe! Achoo!
    What happens when a grumpy tupua has to sneeze? Matihe! Achoo! is a bilingual story about the tupua Mataoho and his connection to the volcanoes of Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland. It comes with an action song to engage young readers! He pūrākau e pā ana ki a Mataoho me ngā puia o Takamaki Makaurau. He tupua pukukino a Mataoho e noho...
    By Qiane Matata-Sipu
    Paperback
    $1899
    Elsewhere:
    $2100
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • Pocket Observology
    New Release
    Pocket Observology
    Pocket Observology is a practical field guide designed for those who love to explore and understand the natural world around them. Slip this guide out of your pocket to identify, measure, compare, or find clues to the things you encounter every day in nature. This pocket guide is a useful tool and a fun reminder of how to engage with...
    By Giselle Clarkson
    Paperback
    $2399
    Elsewhere:
    $2799
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • Minecraft Annual 2027
    New Release
    Minecraft Annual 2027
    The official Minecraft Annual 2027, full of updates, builds, activities, and more! Discover all there is to know about the past year of Minecraft in this exciting annual. Stuffed to the brim with updates, activities, step-by-step builds, and tips and tricks for the game, this book is a must-have for any minecrafter. This year’s annual includes: Mob guides on happy...
    By Mojang AB
    Hardback
    $1999
    Elsewhere:
    $2499
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • New Release
    Giant Heart
    Meet Jonah Lomu, one of the greatest All Blacks of all time. His speed and strength on the rugby field made him famous around the world, and his fun and generous personality made him beloved, but all the while he faced a big battle with his health. “[David Hill’s] stories are wonderful, full of action and are always teaching the...
    By David Hill
    Hardback
    $1999
    Elsewhere:
    $2500
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • Protector of Beyond 1
    New Release
    Lizzy's Pick Lizzy's Pick
    Protector of Beyond 1
    Experience fierce magical creatures, perilous trials, and a heroine to root for in this 1st instalment in a new blockbuster fantasy series. The moment you enter the Arbiter, your fate is sealed. If you spark, you fight! And 12-year-old Elder Triss produces a spark like no other. Transported to the mysterious Beyond, Elder has no choice but to train for...
    By Shara Curlett
    Paperback
    $2199
    Elsewhere:
    $2400
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • New Release
    Animalia 40th Anniversary Edition
    A beautiful, foiled collector's edition to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Graeme Base's classic and bestselling Australian picture book, Animalia. Embark on a fantastical alphabetic adventure where each turn of the page unveils a rich tapestry of intricate illustrations tied to a unique letter of the alphabet. More than 5 million copies sold worldwide Children's Book Council of Australia (CBCA)...
    By Graeme Base
    Hardback
    $2999
    Elsewhere:
    $3500
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • The Little Kiwi Builder
    New Release
    The Little Kiwi Builder
    Oh no, the little kiwi builder's house is falling down! His screws have all come loose - what can he do? When the brickie, the plumber, the roofer, the sparky and the painter all come to help, it's looking good! Until, that night ... uh-oh! Perfect for: Anyone who likes fun and silly rhyming stories Reading aloud with little ones...
    By Tim Saunders
    Paperback
    $1899
    Elsewhere:
    $2199
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • You Choose Party Time You Choose Party Time
    New Release
    You Choose Party Time
    It's time to celebrate - Party Time is a brand new You Choose adventure! It's Party Time and you choose what happens! What kind of party will it be? Who will you invite? Which cake would you like to eat? Will you dance to a steel pan band or bagpipes? The possibilities are endless in this magical storytelling toolkit which...
    By Pippa Goodhart
    Hardback
    $2599
    Elsewhere:
    $3400
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • New Release
    When Nature Calls (Duck #2)
    New in 2026, the latest story from Duck, the quirky new children's series by million-copy bestselling author Matt Stanton. Do you ever wonder what animals think about humans? Do they feel they could do a better job running things? Would they ever try and take over? Duck, Mouse and Dog are alarmed that the adults in Redhill are being brainwashed...
    By Matt Stanton
    Paperback
    $1700
    Elsewhere:
    $1999
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • New Release
    The Case of the Viral Video: Violet and the Velvets 3
    Violet and the Velvets can hardly believe they've come so far in the BandChamps competition with only hard work, a smidge of talent, and a whole lot of thinking outside the box. This time, they get to record their new song in a proper recording studio and star in their very own music video! But Violet is letting her perfectionism...
    By Rachael King
    Paperback
    $1600
    Elsewhere:
    $1899
    In Stock
    Ships today
  • New Release
    Royalslinger
    K Pop Demon Hunters fans will love this! Graci Kim is back with the second book in her exciting and fantastical Slinger series where dragons and phoenixes roam the skies of Seoul; meals magically appear based on your mood; and dreams literally come to life. Praise for Dreamslinger: “A mind-blowingly original fantasy adventure—Graci Kim has done it again!”—Rick Riordan, New York Times #1...
    By Graci Kim
    Paperback
    $1999
    Elsewhere:
    $2400
    In Stock
    Ships today

Why buy from us?

Book Hero is not a chain store or big box retailer. We're an independent 100% NZ-owned business on a mission to help more Kiwis rediscover a love of books and reading!

Service & Delivery

Service & Delivery

Our warehouse in Auckland holds over 100,000 books, toys, board games and puzzles in-stock so you're not waiting for your order to arrive from overseas.

Auckland Bookstore

Auckland Bookstore

We're primarily an online store, but for your convenience you can pick up your order for free from our bookstore, which is right next door to our warehouse in Hobsonville.

Our Gifting Service

Our Gifting Service

Books make wonderful thoughtful gifts and we're here to help with gift-wrapping and cards. We can even send your gift directly to your loved one.

Children's Books lists from the team

Explore our curated lists from our heroes to find your next read!

The Latest at Book Hero

View all