The History of the Anglo-Saxons
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The History of the Anglo-Saxons by Sharon Turner
Sharon Turner (1768-1847) practised as a solicitor in London, specialising in the law of copyright, but devoted his free time to studying Anglo-Saxon literature and history. In 1799-1805 he published this four-volume work, still acknowledged as a turning point in Anglo-Saxon studies and a benchmark in historiography. Turner was elected a fellow of the Society of Antiquaries in 1800, soon after the first volume appeared. His approach of contrasting 'Anglo-Saxon freedom' with 'the Norman yoke' held particular appeal at a time of deteriorating political relations with France. Turner's lasting achievement, however, was to draw public attention to the rich and fascinating material contained in the Anglo-Saxon manuscripts he had studied at the British Museum. This work went through many editions, but was eventually superseded by Kemble's The Saxons in England (1849, also reissued). Volume 1 (1799) covers Anglo-Saxon history up to the death of Egbert, King of Wessex, in 839.Under the Trademark Monkeysuits, Sharon Turner produces knitwear and distributes a series of knitting patterns. Monkeysuits: Sweaters and More to Knit for Kids, Teach Yourself Visually Knitted, and Teach Yourself Visually Knitting Design are among her many books. Her spouse and three daughters live in Brooklyn, New York.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781108082013 |
| ISBN 10 | 1108082017 |
| Title | The History of the Anglo-Saxons |
| Author | Sharon Turner |
| Series | Cambridge Library Collection - Medieval History |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
| Year published | 2018-03-15 |
| Number of pages | 422 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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