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Anglo-Saxon Literature – Part II: Charms and Riddles

Posted on May 12, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

The transition from pagan thoughts to the dogma of Christianity was slow to go. Appeasing the populace to look upon a Christian society with acceptance was a difficult task. Charms reflect pagan superstition and folklore. Even so, it was not … Continue reading →

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Anglo-Saxon Literature ~ Part I Early Epic Poems

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

The Finnesburg — or Finnsburh — Fragment is a portion of an Old English heroic poem about a fight in which Hnæf and his 60 retainers are besieged at “Finn’s fort” and attempt to hold off their attackers. The surviving … Continue reading →

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Anglo-Saxon Literature: The Epic Poem, Beowulf

Posted on May 1, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

Beowulf is the earliest English epic. The exact date of its origin is unknown, but likely before the 9th Century. So what is an epic poem? It is a narrative poem that centers upon the a great hero and upon … Continue reading →

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Early History of the English Language

Posted on April 2, 2015 by Regina Jeffers

I thought I might put all those years of education to use by adding a series of posts on English Language and Literature. I am going back to the beginning and working my way forward. I hope you enjoy the … Continue reading →

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