The Long Ships Summary
Frans G. Bengtsson

The Long Ships Overview

Bengtsson’s epic novel tells the story of the Viking Orm Tostesson’s life, from childhood until death. It is told through third person omniscient narration. The novel takes place in the late 1st century in Europe, as Orm sails from country to country in search of wealth. The Long Ships tackles, among others, themes of friendship, family, and religion.