Tag: Books
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‘Anglo-Saxon’ England – An Introduction
The ‘Anglo-Saxons’ inhabited what would become England following the fall of Rome, from c.410 up until the invasion of the Normans in 1066. Their lives covered some momentous social changes – the widescale (re?)adoption of Christianity, the emergence of an idea of ‘England’, invasion and occupation by the ‘Vikings’ and finally the introduction of feudalism.…
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The Tolkien Estate Website
The Tolkien Estate have recently launched a new website (no doubt in response to the increased interest due to the upcoming TV series and film), and it’s a great resource to explore the writings and life of Tolkien, as both a writer of fiction and an academic. You can access the website here. There are…
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Old English Poetry in Fascimile
Finding Old English sources can be difficult, especially for some of the less frequently published poems. Old English Poetry in Fascimile begins to address this issue, and is an important step in the democratisation of history and increased access to sources. Now, if you’re looking for a straightforward set of translations into English, then the…
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Archaeology – A Beginner’s Recommended Reading List
Archaeology is a fascinating subject, but is often quite difficult to get into. There’s an awful lot of complex jargon associated with it, scientific wizardry, and illegible publications. However, with a little bit of background reading, it’s absolutely possible for even the most casual enthusiast to develop a deep and complex understanding of the fundamental…