The Sword in Anglo-Saxon England: Its Archaeology and Literature by Hilda Roderick Ellis Davidson

The Sword in Anglo-Saxon England: Its Archaeology and Literature
by Hilda Roderick Ellis Davidson

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ISBN: 0851153550

ISBN-13: 9780851153551

Data published: 1994

Publisher: Boydell & Brewer

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Description of the Book: The Sword in Anglo-Saxon England: Its Archaeology and Literature

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This study concerns the importance of the sword in Anglo-Saxon and Viking society, with reference to surviving swords and literary sources, especially "Beowulf". The archaeological aspect of the work focuses upon dispositions in the peat bogs of Denmark and lakes and rivers in Britain.

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Details of the Book: The Sword in Anglo-Saxon England: Its Archaeology and Literature

Author: Hilda Roderick Ellis Davidson

Number Of Pages: 2

Binding: Hardcover

ISBN-10: 158297408X

ISBN-13: 9780851153551

Language: English

Amazon Sales Rank: 1044760

Publication Date: 1994

Publisher: Boydell & Brewer

Package Dimensions: 1.10 x 8.40 x 5.80 inches

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