Eaters of the Dead

Eaters of the Dead is a historical fiction novel by Michael Crichton that blends elements of adventure and horror, inspired by the tale of Beowulf and the accounts of the Arab traveler Ahmad ibn Fadlan.

The story follows Ahmad ibn Fadlan, a 10th-century Arab emissary, who is sent to the northern lands of the Vikings. He encounters a group of Norsemen who are battling mysterious creatures known as the 'Wendol'. The narrative explores themes of cultural clash, heroism, and the supernatural.