Beyond the Northlands by Eleanor Rosamund Barraclough (Profile Books)

Beyond the Northlands: Viking Voyages and the Old Norse Sagas is a non-fiction historical book written by Eleanor Rosamund Barraclough. This publication, featuring a distinct cover design with Viking-inspired illustrations, is published by Profile Books, a prominent independent publishing house based in London. The book delves into the expansive reach of the Viking world, moving from the Arctic to the Islamic Caliphate through the lens of Norse sagas and archaeological findings.

Profile Books was founded in 1996 in the United Kingdom by three former Penguin directors. Over the years, it has established itself as a leading publisher of high-quality non-fiction and literature. While the physical printing of books may occur in various international locations depending on the print run, Profile Books manages its primary operations, editorial, and design work within the UK. The company remains an independent entity, largely owned by its management team.