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The Sword in Anglo-Saxon England: Its Archaeology and Literature

The Sword in Anglo-Saxon England: Its Archaeology and Literature

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Medieval & Renaissance HistoryArchaeologyWeaponry & Vehicles

ISBN10: 0851157165
ISBN13: 9780851157160
Publisher: Boydell & Brewer Inc
Published: Jan 1 1962
Pages: 286
Weight: 0.92
Height: 0.68 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.53
Language: English
This book is an invaluable exploration of the significance of the sword as symbol and weapon in the Anglo-Saxon world, using archaeological and literary evidence. The first part of the book, a careful study of the disposition of swords found in peat bogs, in graves, lakes and rivers, yields information on religious and social practices. The second is concerned with literary sources, especially Beowulf.

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