Why read The Anglo-Saxon World?

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The Anglo-Saxon period, stretching from the fifth to the late eleventh century, begins with the Roman retreat from the Western world and ends with the Norman takeover of England. Between these epochal events, many of the contours and patterns of English life that would endure for the next millennium were…

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2 authors picked The Anglo-Saxon World as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Tom Licence

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The Anglo-Saxon World is the best introductory survey for students of Anglo-Saxon history. Experts in their field, the authors flesh out the traditional narrative account with insights from archaeology, numismatics, and DNA analysis. The book is splendidly enriched by almost three hundred colour photographs, tables, maps, and diagrams, while box-out sections in each chapter delve into interesting topics or debates. The authors also outline the historiography for readers who want to know how scholarly understanding of the period has developed.

From Tom's list on The best books to understand Anglo-Saxon England.

Matthew Harffy

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This beautifully produced book is full of insight and up-to-date knowledge about the Anglo-Saxons and the world they inhabited. From the migration period of the 5th century all the way to the Domesday Book and the end of Anglo-Saxon rule in Britain, the book covers everything in great detail with accessible writing and glorious images.

From Matthew's list on The best books on the world of Anglo-Saxon Britain.