Greetings!
I think that this book about Ibn Fadlan, the Arab Chronicler and Adventurer, detailing his many travels and adventures, is a fascinating and inspiring book! There are many interesting details about different cultures, races, creatures, as well as geography and landscape. Ibn Fadlan also discusses various family relationships, political relationships, as well as fighting, tactics, leadership, and warfare.
My copy is "IBN FADLAN: Ibn Fadlan and the Land of Darkness" by Penguin Classics, 239 pages.
I highly recommend this book for lots of interesting reading and inspiration, as history, but also for game campaigns.
Semper Fidelis,
SHARK
Greetings!
Ibn Fadlan also discusses meeting true giants. His commentary has been a fascinating read! I also like his commentary and profiles on various tribe and cultures that he encounters along his travels. Very good stuff for providing details to tribes and cultures in a game campaign as well!
Fadlan is also the inspiration for the Arabic character in the fantastic film, "The 13th Warrior". ;D
Semper Fidelis,
SHARK